When should I plant Solsikke in Zone 6b?

Start Solsikke seeds indoors around Mar 25. Transplant outdoors after Apr 22. Expect first harvest around Jun 26.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Solsikke in Zone 6b?

Yes. Solsikke needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 7 successions.

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🌻 Growing Solsikke in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Solsikke. Siste frost: Apr 15. Første frost: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 25Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dager) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 7x)

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Siste frostApr 15

Første frostOct 22

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Høst90 dager

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When to Plant Solsikke in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 25

Start Solsikke seeds indoors around Mar 25 (3 uker før siste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 22

Transplant Solsikke seedlings outdoors after Apr 22. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm avstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 26

First harvest approximately Jun 26 (~65 dager from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

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