When should I plant Zelje in Zone 6b?

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Mar 4. Transplant outdoors after Mar 25. Expect first harvest around May 29.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Zelje in Zone 6b?

Yes. Zelje needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Zelje in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Zelje. Zadnja slana: Apr 15. Prva slana: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 4Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dni)

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Zadnja slanaApr 15

Prva slanaOct 22

Sezona190 dni

Žetev80 dni

SoncePolno Sonce

When to Plant Zelje in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 4

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Mar 4 (6 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 25

Transplant Zelje seedlings outdoors after Mar 25. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 29

First harvest approximately May 29 (~65 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

Fall Planting: Jul 30

For a fall harvest, plant Zelje around Jul 30 (12 weeks before first frost).

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