When should I plant Belgian Endive in Zone 8b?

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Feb 8. Transplant outdoors after Mar 8. Expect first harvest around Apr 12.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Belgian Endive in Zone 8b?

Yes. Belgian Endive needs 150 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

Growing Belgian Endive in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Belgian Endive. Last frost: Mar 22. First frost: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 8Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 5x)

Zone8b

Last FrostMar 22

First FrostNov 10

Season Length233 days

Days to Harvest150

SunPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Belgian Endive in Zone 8b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 8

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Feb 8 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 5–10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 8

Transplant Belgian Endive seedlings outdoors after Mar 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 12

First harvest approximately Apr 12 (~35 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10).

Fall Planting: Sep 22

For a fall harvest, plant Belgian Endive around Sep 22 (7 weeks before first frost).

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