When should I plant Chinese Water Spinach in Zone 8b?

Direct sow Chinese Water Spinach outdoors around Feb 8. Expect first harvest around Mar 10.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Chinese Water Spinach in Zone 8b?

Yes. Chinese Water Spinach needs 30 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 14 successions.

Growing Chinese Water Spinach in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Chinese Water Spinach. Sista frost: Mar 22. Första frost: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 8Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 dagar) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 14x)

Zon8b

Sista frostMar 22

Första frostNov 10

Säsong233 dagar

Skörd30 dagar

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When to Plant Chinese Water Spinach in Zone 8b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Feb 8

Direct sow Chinese Water Spinach seeds outdoors around Feb 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 35F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm avstånd).

Harvest: Mar 10

First harvest approximately Mar 10 (~30 dagar from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10). Chinese Water Spinach can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Sep 29

For a fall harvest, plant Chinese Water Spinach around Sep 29 (6 weeks before first frost).

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