When should I plant Sorrel in Zone 5a?

Start Sorrel seeds indoors around 17 Th3. Transplant outdoors after 14 Th4. Expect first harvest around 29 Th5.

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 Sorrel in Zone 5a?

Yes. Sorrel needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Sorrel in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Sorrel 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)

Vùng5a

Sương giá cuối28 Th4

Sương giá đầu8 Th10

Mùa vụ163 ngày

Thu hoạch40 ngày

Ánh sángNắng một phần

When to Plant Sorrel in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: 17 Th3

Start Sorrel seeds indoors around 17 Th3 (6 tuần trước sương giá cuối). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: 14 Th4

Transplant Sorrel 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: 29 Th5

First harvest approximately 29 Th5 (~45 ngày from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (8 Th10). Sorrel can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Sorrel in Other Zones

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