When should I plant Zelje in Zone 10a?

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Jan 9. Transplant outdoors after Jan 30. Expect first harvest around Apr 5.

What is the last frost date for Zone 10a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 10a is Feb 20. The first fall frost averages Dec 1, giving a 284-day growing season.

Can I grow Zelje in Zone 10a?

Yes. Zelje needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 10a has a 284-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Zelje in Zone 10a

Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. Zelje can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Zadnja slana: Feb 20. Prva slana: Dec 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 9Dec 1

Season: Feb 20 – Dec 1 (284 dni)

Cona10a

Zadnja slanaFeb 20

Prva slanaDec 1

Sezona284 dni

Žetev80 dni

SoncePolno Sonce

When to Plant Zelje in Zone 10a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 9

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Jan 9 (6 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 30

Transplant Zelje seedlings outdoors after Jan 30. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 5

First harvest approximately Apr 5 (~65 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 1).

Fall Planting: Sep 8

For a fall harvest, plant Zelje around Sep 8 (12 weeks before first frost).

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