When should I plant Zelje in Zone 4a?

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Mar 24. Transplant outdoors after Apr 14. Expect first harvest around Jun 18.

What is the last frost date for Zone 4a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 4a is May 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 1, giving a 149-day growing season.

Can I grow Zelje in Zone 4a?

Yes. Zelje needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 4a has a 149-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Zelje in Zone 4a

Zone 4a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Zelje in this zone. Zadnja slana: May 5. Prva slana: Oct 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 24Oct 1

Season: May 5 – Oct 1 (149 dni)

Cona4a

Zadnja slanaMay 5

Prva slanaOct 1

Sezona149 dni

Žetev80 dni

SoncePolno Sonce

When to Plant Zelje in Zone 4a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 24

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Mar 24 (6 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 14

Transplant Zelje seedlings outdoors after Apr 14. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 18

First harvest approximately Jun 18 (~65 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 1).

Fall Planting: Jul 9

For a fall harvest, plant Zelje around Jul 9 (12 weeks before first frost).

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