When should I plant Sorrel in Zone 4a?

Start Sorrel seeds indoors around Mar 24. Transplant outdoors after Apr 21. Expect first harvest around Jun 5.

What is the last frost date for Zone 4a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 4a is May 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 1, giving a 149-day growing season.

Can I grow Sorrel in Zone 4a?

Yes. Sorrel needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 4a has a 149-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Sorrel in Zone 4a

Zone 4a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Sorrel in this zone. Poslednji mraz: May 5. Prvi mraz: Oct 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 24Oct 1

Season: May 5 – Oct 1 (149 дана)

Zona4a

Poslednji mrazMay 5

Prvi mrazOct 1

Sezona149 дана

Žetva40 дана

SunceПолусенка

When to Plant Sorrel in Zone 4a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 24

Start Sorrel seeds indoors around Mar 24 (6 недеља пре последњег мраза). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 21

Transplant Sorrel seedlings outdoors after Apr 21. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/м² (15cm размак). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 5

First harvest approximately Jun 5 (~45 дана from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 1). Sorrel can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Sorrel in Other Zones

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