When should I plant Blitva in Zone 3a?

Start Blitva seeds indoors around Apr 24. Transplant outdoors after May 8. Expect first harvest around Jun 17.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Blitva in Zone 3a?

Yes. Blitva needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Blitva in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Blitva early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Zadnja slana: May 22. Prva slana: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 24Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 dni)

Cona3a

Zadnja slanaMay 22

Prva slanaSep 12

Sezona113 dni

Žetev55 dni

SonceDelna Sončna Svetloba

When to Plant Blitva in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 24

Start Blitva seeds indoors around Apr 24 (4 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 8

Transplant Blitva seedlings outdoors after May 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 17

First harvest approximately Jun 17 (~40 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

Fall Planting: Jul 18

For a fall harvest, plant Blitva around Jul 18 (8 weeks before first frost).

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