When should I plant Zelje in Zone 11a?

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Dec 17. Transplant outdoors after Jan 7. Expect first harvest around Mar 13.

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 Zelje in Zone 11a?

Yes. Zelje needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Zelje in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Zelje can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Zadnja slana: Jan 28. Prva slana: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 17Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 dni)

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Zadnja slanaJan 28

Prva slanaDec 22

Sezona328 dni

Žetev80 dni

SoncePolno Sonce

When to Plant Zelje in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 17

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Dec 17 (6 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 7

Transplant Zelje seedlings outdoors after Jan 7. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 13

First harvest approximately Mar 13 (~65 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).

Fall Planting: Sep 29

For a fall harvest, plant Zelje around Sep 29 (12 weeks before first frost).

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