When should I plant Sukuma Wiki in Zone 12a?

Start Sukuma Wiki seeds indoors around Nov 20. Transplant outdoors after Dec 4. Expect first harvest around Jan 18.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12a is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Sukuma Wiki in Zone 12a?

Yes. Sukuma Wiki needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 12a has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Sukuma Wiki in Zone 12a

Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. Sukuma Wiki can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Baridi ya mwisho: Jan 1. Baridi ya kwanza: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 20Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 siku)

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Baridi ya mwishoJan 1

Baridi ya kwanzaDec 31

Msimu364 siku

Mavuno60 siku

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When to Plant Sukuma Wiki in Zone 12a

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 20

Start Sukuma Wiki seeds indoors around Nov 20 (6 wiki kabla ya baridi barafu ya mwisho). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Dec 4

Transplant Sukuma Wiki seedlings outdoors after Dec 4. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm nafasi). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jan 18

First harvest approximately Jan 18 (~45 siku from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31). Sukuma Wiki can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Nov 5

For a fall harvest, plant Sukuma Wiki around Nov 5 (8 weeks before first frost).

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