When should I plant Shepherd's Purse in Zone 9b?

Direct sow Shepherd's Purse outdoors around 27 Th1. Expect first harvest around 13 Th3.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9b is 10 Th3. The first fall frost averages 15 Th11, giving a 250-day growing season.

Can I grow Shepherd's Purse in Zone 9b?

Yes. Shepherd's Purse needs 45 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Shepherd's Purse in Zone 9b

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Shepherd's Purse. Sương giá cuối: 10 Th3. Sương giá đầu: 15 Th11.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

27 Th115 Th11

Season: 10 Th3 – 15 Th11 (250 ngày)

Vùng9b

Sương giá cuối10 Th3

Sương giá đầu15 Th11

Mùa vụ250 ngày

Thu hoạch45 ngày

Ánh sángfull-to-part

When to Plant Shepherd's Purse in Zone 9b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: 27 Th1

Direct sow Shepherd's Purse seeds outdoors around 27 Th1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 35F. Space plants at 16/m² (8cm khoảng cách).

Harvest: 13 Th3

First harvest approximately 13 Th3 (~45 ngày from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (15 Th11). Shepherd's Purse can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: 20 Th9

For a fall harvest, plant Shepherd's Purse around 20 Th9 (8 weeks before first frost).

Shepherd's Purse in Other Zones

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