When should I plant Nasturtium in Zone 5a?

Start Nasturtium seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after May 5. Expect first harvest around Jun 14.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Nasturtium in Zone 5a?

Yes. Nasturtium needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌺 Growing Nasturtium in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Nasturtium in this zone. Baridi ya mwisho: Apr 28. Baridi ya kwanza: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 siku)

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Baridi ya mwishoApr 28

Baridi ya kwanzaOct 8

Msimu163 siku

Mavuno45 siku

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When to Plant Nasturtium in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Nasturtium seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 wiki kabla ya baridi barafu ya mwisho). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 5

Transplant Nasturtium seedlings outdoors after May 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm nafasi). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 14

First harvest approximately Jun 14 (~40 siku from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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