When should I plant Belgian Endive in Zone 13a?

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Nov 20. Transplant outdoors after Dec 18. Expect first harvest around Jan 22.

What is the last frost date for Zone 13a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 13a is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Belgian Endive in Zone 13a?

Yes. Belgian Endive needs 150 days to harvest. Zone 13a has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 15 successions.

Growing Belgian Endive in Zone 13a

Zone 13a has a year-round growing season. Belgian Endive can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Poslednji mraz: Jan 1. Prvi mraz: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 20Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 дана) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 15x)

Zona13a

Poslednji mrazJan 1

Prvi mrazDec 31

Sezona364 дана

Žetva150 дана

SunceПолусенка

When to Plant Belgian Endive in Zone 13a

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 20

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Nov 20 (6 недеља пре последњег мраза). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Dec 18

Transplant Belgian Endive seedlings outdoors after Dec 18. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/м² (15cm размак). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jan 22

First harvest approximately Jan 22 (~35 дана from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Fall Planting: Nov 12

For a fall harvest, plant Belgian Endive around Nov 12 (7 weeks before first frost).

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