When should I plant Garlic Chives in Zone 9b?

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Jan 13. Transplant outdoors after Mar 10. Expect first harvest around Apr 24.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9b is Mar 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 15, giving a 250-day growing season.

Can I grow Garlic Chives in Zone 9b?

Yes. Garlic Chives needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Garlic Chives in Zone 9b

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Garlic Chives. Last frost: Mar 10. First frost: Nov 15.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 13Nov 15

Season: Mar 10 – Nov 15 (250 days)

Zone9b

Last FrostMar 10

First FrostNov 15

Season Length250 days

Days to Harvest75

Sunfull-to-part

Frost ToleranceHeavy

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Garlic Chives in Zone 9b

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 13

Start Garlic Chives seeds indoors around Jan 13 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 10

Transplant Garlic Chives seedlings outdoors after Mar 10. 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 24

First harvest approximately Apr 24 (~45 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15). Garlic Chives can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Companion Planting

✅ Carrot ✅ Tomato✅ Pepper

❌ Bean❌ Pea

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