When should I plant Šalvia in Zone 6b?

Start Šalvia seeds indoors around Feb 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 8. Expect first harvest around Jun 7.

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 Šalvia in Zone 6b?

Yes. Šalvia needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌿 Growing Šalvia in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Šalvia. Posledný mráz: Apr 15. Prvý mráz: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dní)

Zóna6b

Posledný mrázApr 15

Prvý mrázOct 22

Sezóna190 dní

Úroda75 dní

SlnkoPlné Slnko

When to Plant Šalvia in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 18

Start Šalvia seeds indoors around Feb 18 (8 týždňov pred posledným mrazom). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 10-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 8

Transplant Šalvia seedlings outdoors after Apr 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm rozostup). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 7

First harvest approximately Jun 7 (~60 dní from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22). Šalvia can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Sprievodné Sadenie

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❌ Uhorky❌ Rúta

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