When should I plant Zelje in Zone 7b?

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Feb 27. Transplant outdoors after Mar 20. Expect first harvest around May 24.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Zelje in Zone 7b?

Yes. Zelje needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Zelje in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Zelje. Zadnja slana: Apr 10. Prva slana: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 27Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 dni)

Cona7b

Zadnja slanaApr 10

Prva slanaNov 7

Sezona211 dni

Žetev80 dni

SoncePolno Sonce

When to Plant Zelje in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 27

Start Zelje seeds indoors around Feb 27 (6 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 20

Transplant Zelje seedlings outdoors after Mar 20. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 24

First harvest approximately May 24 (~65 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

Fall Planting: Aug 15

For a fall harvest, plant Zelje around Aug 15 (12 weeks before first frost).

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