When should I plant Chinese Broccoli in Zone 8a?

Start Chinese Broccoli seeds indoors around Feb 22. Transplant outdoors after Apr 19. Expect first harvest around Jun 18.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Can I grow Chinese Broccoli in Zone 8a?

Yes. Chinese Broccoli needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Chinese Broccoli in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Chinese Broccoli. Last frost: Apr 5. First frost: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 22Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 days)

Zone8a

Last FrostApr 5

First FrostOct 28

Season Length206 days

Days to Harvest60

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceHeavy

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Chinese Broccoli in Zone 8a

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 22

Start Chinese Broccoli seeds indoors around Feb 22 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 75°F. Germinates in 5–10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 19

Transplant Chinese Broccoli seedlings outdoors after Apr 19. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 18

First harvest approximately Jun 18 (~60 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

Fall Planting: Aug 5

For a fall harvest, plant Chinese Broccoli around Aug 5 (12 weeks before first frost).

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