When should I plant Nasturtium in Zone 8a?

Start Nasturtium seeds indoors around Mar 8. Transplant outdoors after Apr 12. Expect first harvest around May 22.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Can I grow Nasturtium in Zone 8a?

Yes. Nasturtium needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌺 Growing Nasturtium in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Nasturtium. Baridi ya mwisho: Apr 5. Baridi ya kwanza: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 8Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 siku)

Eneo8a

Baridi ya mwishoApr 5

Baridi ya kwanzaOct 28

Msimu206 siku

Mavuno45 siku

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When to Plant Nasturtium in Zone 8a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 8

Start Nasturtium seeds indoors around Mar 8 (4 wiki kabla ya baridi barafu ya mwisho). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 12

Transplant Nasturtium seedlings outdoors after Apr 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm nafasi). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 22

First harvest approximately May 22 (~40 siku from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

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