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🧄 Growing Tỏi in Zone 2a

Zone 2a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Tỏi early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Last frost: May 15. First frost: Sep 15.

Season Too Short

Tỏi needs 240 days to harvest, but Zone 2a has only a 123-day growing season. Consider short-season varieties or season extension techniques (cold frames, row covers).

Zone2a
Last FrostMay 15
First FrostSep 15
Season123 days
Harvest240 days
SunFull Sun

When to Plant Tỏi in Zone 2a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Apr 3

Direct sow Tỏi seeds outdoors around Apr 3. Soil temperature should be at least 35°F. Space at 9/sqft (4" apart).

Harvest: Nov 29

First harvest approximately Nov 29 (~240 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 15). Tỏi can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Aug 4

For a fall harvest, plant Tỏi around Aug 4 (6 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Tomatoes✅ Roses✅ Fruit Trees✅ Strawberries✅ Beets✅ Peppers
❌ Beans❌ Peas❌ Sage

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