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🧄 Growing Usturoi in Zone 4b

Zone 4b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Usturoi in this zone. Last frost: May 12. First frost: Sep 25.

Season Too Short

Usturoi needs 240 days to harvest, but Zone 4b has only a 136-day growing season. Consider short-season varieties or season extension techniques (cold frames, row covers).

Zone4b
Last FrostMay 12
First FrostSep 25
Season136 days
Harvest240 days
SunFull Sun

When to Plant Usturoi in Zone 4b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Mar 31

Direct sow Usturoi seeds outdoors around Mar 31. Soil temperature should be at least 35°F. Space at 9/sqft (4" apart).

Harvest: Nov 26

First harvest approximately Nov 26 (~240 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 25). Usturoi can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Aug 14

For a fall harvest, plant Usturoi around Aug 14 (6 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Tomatoes✅ Roses✅ Fruit Trees✅ Strawberries✅ Beets✅ Peppers
❌ Beans❌ Peas❌ Sage

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