When should I plant Zelje in Zone 5a?

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Mar 17. Transplant outdoors after Apr 7. Expect first harvest around Jun 11.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Zelje in Zone 5a?

Yes. Zelje needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Zelje in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Zelje in this zone. Zadnja slana: Apr 28. Prva slana: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dni)

Cona5a

Zadnja slanaApr 28

Prva slanaOct 8

Sezona163 dni

Žetev80 dni

SoncePolno Sonce

When to Plant Zelje in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 17

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

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 7

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

Harvest: Jun 11

First harvest approximately Jun 11 (~65 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Jul 16

For a fall harvest, plant Zelje around Jul 16 (12 weeks before first frost).

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