When should I plant Kabichi in Zone 6a?

Start Kabichi seeds indoors around Mar 17. Transplant outdoors after Apr 7. Expect first harvest around Jun 11.

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 Kabichi in Zone 6a?

Yes. Kabichi needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Kabichi in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Kabichi. Baridi ya mwisho: Apr 28. Baridi ya kwanza: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 siku)

Eneo6a

Baridi ya mwishoApr 28

Baridi ya kwanzaOct 8

Msimu163 siku

Mavuno80 siku

JuaJua Kamili

When to Plant Kabichi in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 17

Start Kabichi seeds indoors around Mar 17 (6 wiki kabla ya baridi barafu ya mwisho). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 7

Transplant Kabichi seedlings outdoors after Apr 7. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm nafasi). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 11

First harvest approximately Jun 11 (~65 siku from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Jul 16

For a fall harvest, plant Kabichi around Jul 16 (12 weeks before first frost).

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