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🌺 Growing Nasturtium in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Nasturtium. Last frost: Apr 10. First frost: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 13Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 days)

Zone7b

Last FrostApr 10

First FrostNov 7

Season Length211 days

Days to Harvest45

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Nasturtium in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 13

Start Nasturtium seeds indoors around Mar 13 (4 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 17

Transplant Nasturtium seedlings outdoors after Apr 17. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 27

First harvest approximately May 27 (~40 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

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 7b?

Start Nasturtium seeds indoors around Mar 13. Transplant outdoors after Apr 17. Expect first harvest around May 27.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Nasturtium in Zone 7b?

Yes. Nasturtium needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Nasturtium in Zone 7b?

The best time to start Nasturtium in Zone 7b is Mar. Begin seeds indoors around Mar 13, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 10.

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 7b, expect your first harvest around May 27.

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