When should I plant Zelje in Zone 12b?

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Nov 20. Transplant outdoors after Dec 11. Expect first harvest around Feb 14.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12b is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Zelje in Zone 12b?

Yes. Zelje needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 12b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Zelje in Zone 12b

Zone 12b has a year-round growing season. Zelje can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Zadnja slana: Jan 1. Prva slana: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 20Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 dni)

Cona12b

Zadnja slanaJan 1

Prva slanaDec 31

Sezona364 dni

Žetev80 dni

SoncePolno Sonce

When to Plant Zelje in Zone 12b

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 20

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Nov 20 (6 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Dec 11

Transplant Zelje seedlings outdoors after Dec 11. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Feb 14

First harvest approximately Feb 14 (~65 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Fall Planting: Oct 8

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

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