When should I plant Belgian Endive in Zone 5b?

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around 17 Th3. Transplant outdoors after 14 Th4. Expect first harvest around 19 Th5.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5b is 28 Th4. The first fall frost averages 8 Th10, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Belgian Endive in Zone 5b?

Yes. Belgian Endive needs 150 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Belgian Endive in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Belgian Endive in this zone. Sương giá cuối: 28 Th4. Sương giá đầu: 8 Th10.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

17 Th38 Th10

Season: 28 Th4 – 8 Th10 (163 ngày)

Vùng5b

Sương giá cuối28 Th4

Sương giá đầu8 Th10

Mùa vụ163 ngày

Thu hoạch150 ngày

Ánh sángNắng một phần

When to Plant Belgian Endive in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: 17 Th3

Start Belgian Endive seeds indoors around 17 Th3 (6 tuần trước sương giá cuối). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: 14 Th4

Transplant Belgian Endive seedlings outdoors after 14 Th4. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm khoảng cách). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: 19 Th5

First harvest approximately 19 Th5 (~35 ngày from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (8 Th10).

Fall Planting: 20 Th8

For a fall harvest, plant Belgian Endive around 20 Th8 (7 weeks before first frost).

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