When should I plant Belgian Endive in Zone 6b?

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

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Belgian Endive in Zone 6b?

Yes. Belgian Endive needs 150 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 2 successions.

Growing Belgian Endive in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Belgian Endive. Son don: Apr 15. İlk don: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 4Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 gün) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 2x)

Bölge6b

Son donApr 15

İlk donOct 22

Sezon190 gün

Hasat150 gün

GüneşYarı Güneş / Yarı Gölge

When to Plant Belgian Endive in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 4

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around Mar 4 (6 son dondan önce hafta). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 1

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

Harvest: May 6

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

Fall Planting: Sep 3

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

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