When should I plant Sukuma Wiki in Zone 10a?

Start Sukuma Wiki seeds indoors around Jan 9. Transplant outdoors after Jan 23. Expect first harvest around Mar 9.

What is the last frost date for Zone 10a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 10a is Feb 20. The first fall frost averages Dec 1, giving a 284-day growing season.

Can I grow Sukuma Wiki in Zone 10a?

Yes. Sukuma Wiki needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 10a has a 284-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Sukuma Wiki in Zone 10a

Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. Sukuma Wiki can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Baridi ya mwisho: Feb 20. Baridi ya kwanza: Dec 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 9Dec 1

Season: Feb 20 – Dec 1 (284 siku)

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Baridi ya mwishoFeb 20

Baridi ya kwanzaDec 1

Msimu284 siku

Mavuno60 siku

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When to Plant Sukuma Wiki in Zone 10a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 9

Start Sukuma Wiki seeds indoors around Jan 9 (6 wiki kabla ya baridi barafu ya mwisho). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 23

Transplant Sukuma Wiki seedlings outdoors after Jan 23. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm nafasi). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 9

First harvest approximately Mar 9 (~45 siku from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 1). Sukuma Wiki can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Oct 6

For a fall harvest, plant Sukuma Wiki around Oct 6 (8 weeks before first frost).

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