When should I plant Belgian Endive in Zone 6a?

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Mar 17. Transplant outdoors after Apr 14. Expect first harvest around May 19.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Belgian Endive in Zone 6a?

Yes. Belgian Endive needs 150 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Belgian Endive in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Belgian Endive. Zadnja slana: Apr 28. Prva slana: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dni)

Cona6a

Zadnja slanaApr 28

Prva slanaOct 8

Sezona163 dni

Žetev150 dni

SonceDelna Sončna Svetloba

When to Plant Belgian Endive in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 17

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Mar 17 (6 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 14

Transplant Belgian Endive seedlings outdoors after Apr 14. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 19

First harvest approximately May 19 (~35 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Aug 20

For a fall harvest, plant Belgian Endive around Aug 20 (7 weeks before first frost).

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