When should I plant Belgian Endive in Zone 7a?

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Mar 4. Transplant outdoors after Abr 1. Expect first harvest around May 6.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7a is Abr 15. The first fall frost averages Okt 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Belgian Endive in Zone 7a?

Yes. Belgian Endive needs 150 days to harvest. Zone 7a has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 2 successions.

Growing Belgian Endive in Zone 7a

Zone 7a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Belgian Endive. Huling frost: Abr 15. Unang frost: Okt 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 4Okt 22

Season: Abr 15 – Okt 22 (190 araw) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 2x)

Zone7a

Huling frostAbr 15

Unang frostOkt 22

Season190 araw

Ani150 araw

ArawKalahating Araw

When to Plant Belgian Endive in Zone 7a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 4

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Mar 4 (6 linggo bago ang huling hamog). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Abr 1

Transplant Belgian Endive seedlings outdoors after Abr 1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm pagitan). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 6

First harvest approximately May 6 (~35 araw from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Okt 22).

Fall Planting: Set 3

For a fall harvest, plant Belgian Endive around Set 3 (7 weeks before first frost).

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