When should I plant Kabichi in Zone 6b?

Start Kabichi seeds indoors around Mar 4. Transplant outdoors after Mar 25. Expect first harvest around May 29.

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 Kabichi in Zone 6b?

Yes. Kabichi needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Kabichi in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Kabichi. Baridi ya mwisho: Apr 15. Baridi ya kwanza: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 4Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 siku)

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Baridi ya mwishoApr 15

Baridi ya kwanzaOct 22

Msimu190 siku

Mavuno80 siku

JuaJua Kamili

When to Plant Kabichi in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 4

Start Kabichi seeds indoors around Mar 4 (6 wiki kabla ya baridi barafu ya mwisho). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 25

Transplant Kabichi seedlings outdoors after Mar 25. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm nafasi). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 29

First harvest approximately May 29 (~65 siku from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

Fall Planting: Jul 30

For a fall harvest, plant Kabichi around Jul 30 (12 weeks before first frost).

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