When should I plant Solros in Zone 6a?

Start Solros seeds indoors around Apr 7. Transplant outdoors after May 5. Expect first harvest around Jul 9.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Solros in Zone 6a?

Yes. Solros needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🌻 Growing Solros in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Solros. Sista frost: Apr 28. Första frost: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 7Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dagar) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 5x)

Zon6a

Sista frostApr 28

Första frostOct 8

Säsong163 dagar

Skörd90 dagar

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When to Plant Solros in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 7

Start Solros seeds indoors around Apr 7 (3 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 5

Transplant Solros seedlings outdoors after May 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm avstånd). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 9

First harvest approximately Jul 9 (~65 dagar from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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