When should I plant Leek in Zone 9a?

Start Leek seeds indoors around Ene 9. Transplant outdoors after Mar 6. Expect first harvest around Hun 4.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nob 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Can I grow Leek in Zone 9a?

Yes. Leek needs 120 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Leek in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Leek. Huling frost: Mar 20. Unang frost: Nob 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Ene 9Nob 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nob 12 (237 araw)

Zone9a

Huling frostMar 20

Unang frostNob 12

Season237 araw

Ani120 araw

ArawBuong Araw

When to Plant Leek in Zone 9a

Start Seeds Indoors: Ene 9

Start Leek seeds indoors around Ene 9 (10 linggo bago ang huling hamog). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 6

Transplant Leek seedlings outdoors after Mar 6. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm pagitan). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Hun 4

First harvest approximately Hun 4 (~90 araw from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nob 12). Leek can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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