When to plant kale in zone 6a
In zone 6a, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 22 and the first fall frost around Oct 15. Here is when to plant kale.
Start seeds indoorsMar 11
Plant in the bedMar 25
Start pickingMay 19
Plant again for fallAug 7
Your kale calendar for zone 6a
- Mar 11: Start kale seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Mar 25: Plant kale in the bed
- May 19: Start picking kale
- Jun 26: Start kale seeds indoors for a fall crop
- Aug 7: Plant kale again for a fall crop
Very cold-hardy. A light frost makes the leaves sweeter.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 6a. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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