When should I plant Floarea Soarelui in Zone 9b?

Start Floarea Soarelui seeds indoors around Feb 17. Transplant outdoors after Mar 17. Expect first harvest around May 21.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9b is Mar 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 15, giving a 250-day growing season.

Can I grow Floarea Soarelui in Zone 9b?

Yes. Floarea Soarelui needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 11 successions.

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🌻 Growing Floarea Soarelui in Zone 9b

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Floarea Soarelui. Ultimul îngheț: Mar 10. Primul îngheț: Nov 15.

Planting Calendar

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Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 17Nov 15

Season: Mar 10 – Nov 15 (250 zile) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 11x)

Zona9b

Ultimul înghețMar 10

Primul înghețNov 15

Sezon250 zile

Recoltă90 zile

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When to Plant Floarea Soarelui in Zone 9b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 17

Start Floarea Soarelui seeds indoors around Feb 17 (3 săptămâni înainte de ultimul îngheț). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 17

Transplant Floarea Soarelui seedlings outdoors after Mar 17. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm distanță). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 21

First harvest approximately May 21 (~65 zile from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15).

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