When should I plant Shepherd's Purse in Zone 7a?

Direct sow Shepherd's Purse outdoors around 4 Th3. Expect first harvest around 18 Th4.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7a is 15 Th4. The first fall frost averages 22 Th10, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Shepherd's Purse in Zone 7a?

Yes. Shepherd's Purse needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 7a has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Shepherd's Purse in Zone 7a

Zone 7a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Shepherd's Purse. Sương giá cuối: 15 Th4. Sương giá đầu: 22 Th10.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

4 Th322 Th10

Season: 15 Th4 – 22 Th10 (190 ngày)

Vùng7a

Sương giá cuối15 Th4

Sương giá đầu22 Th10

Mùa vụ190 ngày

Thu hoạch45 ngày

Ánh sángfull-to-part

When to Plant Shepherd's Purse in Zone 7a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: 4 Th3

Direct sow Shepherd's Purse seeds outdoors around 4 Th3. Wait until soil temperature reaches 35F. Space plants at 16/m² (8cm khoảng cách).

Harvest: 18 Th4

First harvest approximately 18 Th4 (~45 ngày from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (22 Th10). Shepherd's Purse can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: 27 Th8

For a fall harvest, plant Shepherd's Purse around 27 Th8 (8 weeks before first frost).

Shepherd's Purse in Other Zones

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