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Growing Mustard Greens in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Mustard Greens. Last frost: Apr 28. First frost: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor
Harvest
Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 8x)

Zone6a
Last FrostApr 28
First FrostOct 8
Season Length163 days
Days to Harvest45
SunPart Sun / Part Shade
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Mustard Greens in Zone 6a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Mar 31

Direct sow Mustard Greens seeds outdoors around Mar 31. Soil temperature should be at least 40°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).

Harvest: May 15

First harvest approximately May 15 (~45 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Aug 27

For a fall harvest, plant Mustard Greens around Aug 27 (6 weeks before first frost).

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