When should I plant Slnečnica in Zone 11a?

Start Slnečnica seeds indoors around Jan 7. Transplant outdoors after Feb 4. Expect first harvest around Apr 10.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Slnečnica in Zone 11a?

Yes. Slnečnica needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 17 successions.

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🌻 Growing Slnečnica in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Slnečnica can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Posledný mráz: Jan 28. Prvý mráz: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 7Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 dní) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 17x)

Zóna11a

Posledný mrázJan 28

Prvý mrázDec 22

Sezóna328 dní

Úroda90 dní

SlnkoPlné Slnko

When to Plant Slnečnica in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 7

Start Slnečnica seeds indoors around Jan 7 (3 týždňov pred posledným mrazom). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 4

Transplant Slnečnica seedlings outdoors after Feb 4. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm rozostup). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 10

First harvest approximately Apr 10 (~65 dní from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).

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