When should I plant Sivka in Zone 6a?

Start Sivka seeds indoors around Feb 17. Transplant outdoors after May 5. Expect first harvest around Aug 3.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Sivka in Zone 6a?

Yes. Sivka needs 100 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🟣 Growing Sivka in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Sivka. Zadnja slana: Apr 28. Prva slana: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dni)

Cona6a

Zadnja slanaApr 28

Prva slanaOct 8

Sezona163 dni

Žetev100 dni

SoncePolno Sonce

When to Plant Sivka in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 17

Start Sivka seeds indoors around Feb 17 (10 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 14-28 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 5

Transplant Sivka seedlings outdoors after May 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 3

First harvest approximately Aug 3 (~90 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8). Sivka can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Sobivanje Rastlin

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