When should I plant Søtpotet in Zone 6a?

Start Søtpotet seeds indoors around Mar 3. Transplant outdoors after May 19. Expect first harvest around Aug 17.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Søtpotet in Zone 6a?

Yes. Søtpotet needs 100 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍠 Growing Søtpotet in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Søtpotet. Siste frost: Apr 28. Første frost: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 3Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dager)

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Siste frostApr 28

Første frostOct 8

Sesong163 dager

Høst100 dager

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When to Plant Søtpotet in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 3

Start Søtpotet seeds indoors around Mar 3 (8 uker før siste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 14-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 19

Transplant Søtpotet seedlings outdoors after May 19. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm avstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 17

First harvest approximately Aug 17 (~90 dager from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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