When should I plant Belgian Endive in Zone 7b?

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Feb 27. Transplant outdoors after Mar 27. Expect first harvest around May 1.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Belgian Endive in Zone 7b?

Yes. Belgian Endive needs 150 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 4 successions.

Growing Belgian Endive in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Belgian Endive. Last frost: Apr 10. First frost: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 27Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 4x)

Zone7b

Last FrostApr 10

First FrostNov 7

Season Length211 days

Days to Harvest150

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Belgian Endive in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 27

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Feb 27 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 5–10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 27

Transplant Belgian Endive seedlings outdoors after Mar 27. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 1

First harvest approximately May 1 (~35 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

Fall Planting: Sep 19

For a fall harvest, plant Belgian Endive around Sep 19 (7 weeks before first frost).

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