When should I plant Mirasol in Zone 5b?

Start Mirasol seeds indoors around Abr 7. Transplant outdoors after May 5. Expect first harvest around Hul 9.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

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

Can I grow Mirasol in Zone 5b?

Yes. Mirasol needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🌻 Growing Mirasol in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Mirasol in this zone. Huling frost: Abr 28. Unang frost: Okt 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Abr 7Okt 8

Season: Abr 28 – Okt 8 (163 araw) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 5x)

Zone5b

Huling frostAbr 28

Unang frostOkt 8

Season163 araw

Ani90 araw

ArawBuong Araw

When to Plant Mirasol in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Abr 7

Start Mirasol seeds indoors around Abr 7 (3 linggo bago ang huling hamog). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 5

Transplant Mirasol seedlings outdoors after May 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm pagitan). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Hul 9

First harvest approximately Hul 9 (~65 araw from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Okt 8).

Mga Kasamang Halaman

✅ Mga Pipino✅ Kalabasa ✅ Mais✅ Sitaw

❌ Mga Patatas

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