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🥬 Growing Grønnkål in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Grønnkål early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Siste frost: May 22. Første frost: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor
Outdoor
Harvest
Apr 10Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 dager)

Sone3a
Siste frostMay 22
Første frostSep 12
Sesong113 dager
Høst60 dager
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When to Plant Grønnkål in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 10

Start Grønnkål seeds indoors around Apr 10 (6 uker før siste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 24

Transplant Grønnkål seedlings outdoors after Apr 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm avstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 8

First harvest approximately Jun 8 (~45 dager from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12). Grønnkål can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Jul 18

For a fall harvest, plant Grønnkål around Jul 18 (8 weeks before first frost).

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