When should I plant Chinese Water Spinach in Zone 9b?

Direct sow Chinese Water Spinach outdoors around Jan 27. Expect first harvest around Feb 26.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9b is Mar 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 15, giving a 250-day growing season.

Can I grow Chinese Water Spinach in Zone 9b?

Yes. Chinese Water Spinach needs 30 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 15 successions.

Growing Chinese Water Spinach in Zone 9b

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Chinese Water Spinach. Siste frost: Mar 10. Første frost: Nov 15.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 27Nov 15

Season: Mar 10 – Nov 15 (250 dager) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 15x)

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Siste frostMar 10

Første frostNov 15

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Høst30 dager

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When to Plant Chinese Water Spinach in Zone 9b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Jan 27

Direct sow Chinese Water Spinach seeds outdoors around Jan 27. Wait until soil temperature reaches 35F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm avstand).

Harvest: Feb 26

First harvest approximately Feb 26 (~30 dager from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15). Chinese Water Spinach can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Oct 4

For a fall harvest, plant Chinese Water Spinach around Oct 4 (6 weeks before first frost).

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