When should I plant Sukuma Wiki in Zone 11a?

Start Sukuma Wiki seeds indoors around Dec 17. Transplant outdoors after Dec 31. Expect first harvest around Feb 14.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Sukuma Wiki in Zone 11a?

Yes. Sukuma Wiki needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Sukuma Wiki in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Sukuma Wiki can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Baridi ya mwisho: Jan 28. Baridi ya kwanza: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 17Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 siku)

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Baridi ya mwishoJan 28

Baridi ya kwanzaDec 22

Msimu328 siku

Mavuno60 siku

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When to Plant Sukuma Wiki in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 17

Start Sukuma Wiki seeds indoors around Dec 17 (6 wiki kabla ya baridi barafu ya mwisho). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Dec 31

Transplant Sukuma Wiki seedlings outdoors after Dec 31. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm nafasi). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Feb 14

First harvest approximately Feb 14 (~45 siku from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22). Sukuma Wiki can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Oct 27

For a fall harvest, plant Sukuma Wiki around Oct 27 (8 weeks before first frost).

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