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🌺 Growing Nasturtium in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Nasturtium. Last frost: Apr 15. First frost: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 days)

Zone6b

Last FrostApr 15

First FrostOct 22

Season Length190 days

Days to Harvest45

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Nasturtium in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 18

Start Nasturtium seeds indoors around Mar 18 (4 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 22

Transplant Nasturtium seedlings outdoors after Apr 22. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 1

First harvest approximately Jun 1 (~40 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

Companion Planting

✅ Cucumbers✅ Squash✅ Pumpkins✅ Radishes✅ Cabbage

Nasturtium in Other Zones

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Nasturtium in Zone 6b?

Start Nasturtium seeds indoors around Mar 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 22. Expect first harvest around Jun 1.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Nasturtium in Zone 6b?

Yes. Nasturtium needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Nasturtium in Zone 6b?

The best time to start Nasturtium in Zone 6b is Mar. Begin seeds indoors around Mar 18, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 15.

What companion plants grow well with Nasturtium?

Good companion plants for Nasturtium include Cucumbers, Squash, Pumpkins, Radishes, Cabbage.

How long does Nasturtium take to harvest?

Nasturtium takes approximately 45 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 6b, expect your first harvest around Jun 1.

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