When should I plant Šalát, Tom Thumb in Zone 3a?

Start Šalát, Tom Thumb seeds indoors around Apr 10. Transplant outdoors after May 1. Expect first harvest around Jun 5.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Šalát, Tom Thumb in Zone 3a?

Yes. Šalát, Tom Thumb needs 50 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 4 successions.

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🥬 Growing Šalát, Tom Thumb in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Šalát, Tom Thumb early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Posledný mráz: May 22. Prvý mráz: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 10Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 dní) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 4x)

Zóna3a

Posledný mrázMay 22

Prvý mrázSep 12

Sezóna113 dní

Úroda50 dní

SlnkoPolotieň

When to Plant Šalát, Tom Thumb in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 10

Start Šalát, Tom Thumb seeds indoors around Apr 10 (6 týždňov pred posledným mrazom). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 1

Transplant Šalát, Tom Thumb seedlings outdoors after May 1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm rozostup). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 5

First harvest approximately Jun 5 (~35 dní from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

Fall Planting: Jul 18

For a fall harvest, plant Šalát, Tom Thumb around Jul 18 (8 weeks before first frost).

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