Growing Mustard Greens in Zone 6b
Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Mustard Greens. Last frost: Apr 15. First frost: Oct 22.
Planting Calendar
Mar 18Oct 22
Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 10x)
Zone6b
Last FrostApr 15
First FrostOct 22
Season Length190 days
Days to Harvest45
SunPart Sun / Part Shade
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)
When to Plant Mustard Greens in Zone 6b
Sow Seeds Outdoors: Mar 18
Direct sow Mustard Greens seeds outdoors around Mar 18. Soil temperature should be at least 40°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).
Harvest: May 2
First harvest approximately May 2 (~45 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).
Fall Planting: Sep 10
For a fall harvest, plant Mustard Greens around Sep 10 (6 weeks before first frost).
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