When should I plant Salvia in Zone 6b?

Start Salvia seeds indoors around Feb 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 8. Expect first harvest around Jun 7.

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 Salvia in Zone 6b?

Yes. Salvia needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌿 Growing Salvia in Zone 6b

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

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dagar)

Zon6b

Sista frostApr 15

Första frostOct 22

Säsong190 dagar

Skörd75 dagar

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Salvia in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 18

Start Salvia seeds indoors around Feb 18 (8 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 10-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 8

Transplant Salvia seedlings outdoors after Apr 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm avstånd). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 7

First harvest approximately Jun 7 (~60 dagar from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22). Salvia can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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