When should I plant Ayçiçeği in Zone 3a?

Start Ayçiçeği seeds indoors around May 1. Transplant outdoors after May 29. Expect first harvest around Aug 2.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Ayçiçeği in Zone 3a?

Yes. Ayçiçeği needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 1 successions.

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🌻 Growing Ayçiçeği in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Ayçiçeği early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Son don: May 22. İlk don: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

May 1Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 gün) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 1x)

Bölge3a

Son donMay 22

İlk donSep 12

Sezon113 gün

Hasat90 gün

GüneşTam Güneş

When to Plant Ayçiçeği in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: May 1

Start Ayçiçeği seeds indoors around May 1 (3 son dondan önce hafta). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 29

Transplant Ayçiçeği seedlings outdoors after May 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm aralık). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 2

First harvest approximately Aug 2 (~65 gün from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

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