When should I plant Chinese Water Spinach in Zone 8a?

Direct sow Chinese Water Spinach outdoors around Feb 22. Expect first harvest around Mar 24.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Can I grow Chinese Water Spinach in Zone 8a?

Yes. Chinese Water Spinach needs 30 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 12 successions.

Growing Chinese Water Spinach in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Chinese Water Spinach. Останній заморозок: Apr 5. Перший заморозок: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 22Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 днів) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 12x)

Зона8a

Останній заморозокApr 5

Перший заморозокOct 28

Сезон206 днів

Врожай30 днів

СонцеЧасткове Сонце / Напівтінь

When to Plant Chinese Water Spinach in Zone 8a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Feb 22

Direct sow Chinese Water Spinach seeds outdoors around Feb 22. Wait until soil temperature reaches 35F. Space plants at 4/м² (15cm відстань).

Harvest: Mar 24

First harvest approximately Mar 24 (~30 днів from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28). Chinese Water Spinach can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Sep 16

For a fall harvest, plant Chinese Water Spinach around Sep 16 (6 weeks before first frost).

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