When should I plant Cà tím in Zone 5a?

Start Cà tím seeds indoors around 3 Th3. Transplant outdoors after 19 Th5. Expect first harvest around 23 Th7.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?

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

Can I grow Cà tím in Zone 5a?

Yes. Cà tím needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍆 Growing Cà tím in Zone 5a

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

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

3 Th38 Th10

Season: 28 Th4 – 8 Th10 (163 ngày)

Vùng5a

Sương giá cuối28 Th4

Sương giá đầu8 Th10

Mùa vụ163 ngày

Thu hoạch80 ngày

Ánh sángNắng hoàn toàn

When to Plant Cà tím in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: 3 Th3

Start Cà tím seeds indoors around 3 Th3 (8 tuần trước sương giá cuối). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: 19 Th5

Transplant Cà tím seedlings outdoors after 19 Th5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm khoảng cách). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: 23 Th7

First harvest approximately 23 Th7 (~65 ngày from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (8 Th10).

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