When should I plant Kumara in Zone 11a?

Start Kumara seeds indoors around Dec 31. Transplant outdoors after Feb 11. Expect first harvest around Apr 2.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Kumara in Zone 11a?

Yes. Kumara needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 12 successions.

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🥒 Growing Kumara in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Kumara can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Zadnja slana: Jan 28. Prva slana: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 31Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 dni) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 12x)

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Zadnja slanaJan 28

Prva slanaDec 22

Sezona328 dni

Žetev60 dni

SoncePolno Sonce

When to Plant Kumara in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 31

Start Kumara seeds indoors around Dec 31 (4 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 3-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 11

Transplant Kumara seedlings outdoors after Feb 11. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 2

First harvest approximately Apr 2 (~50 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).

Fall Planting: Oct 13

For a fall harvest, plant Kumara around Oct 13 (10 weeks before first frost).

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