When should I plant Grönkål in Zone 6b?

Start Grönkål seeds indoors around Mar 4. Transplant outdoors after Mar 18. Expect first harvest around May 2.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Grönkål in Zone 6b?

Yes. Grönkål needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Grönkål in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Grönkål. Sista frost: Apr 15. Första frost: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 4Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dagar)

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Sista frostApr 15

Första frostOct 22

Säsong190 dagar

Skörd60 dagar

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When to Plant Grönkål in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 4

Start Grönkål seeds indoors around Mar 4 (6 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 18

Transplant Grönkål seedlings outdoors after Mar 18. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm avstånd). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 2

First harvest approximately May 2 (~45 dagar from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22). Grönkål can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Aug 27

For a fall harvest, plant Grönkål around Aug 27 (8 weeks before first frost).

Samplantering

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