When should I plant Meta in Zone 12a?

Start Meta seeds indoors around Nov 6. Transplant outdoors after Dec 18. Expect first harvest around Feb 16.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12a is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Meta in Zone 12a?

Yes. Meta needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 12a has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍃 Growing Meta in Zone 12a

Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. Meta can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Zadnja slana: Jan 1. Prva slana: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 6Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 dni)

Cona12a

Zadnja slanaJan 1

Prva slanaDec 31

Sezona364 dni

Žetev60 dni

SonceDelna Sončna Svetloba

When to Plant Meta in Zone 12a

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 6

Start Meta seeds indoors around Nov 6 (8 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 10-16 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Dec 18

Transplant Meta seedlings outdoors after Dec 18. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Feb 16

First harvest approximately Feb 16 (~60 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31). Meta can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Sobivanje Rastlin

✅ Zelje✅ Paradižniki

❌ Kamilica

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