When to plant broccoli in zone 9a
In zone 9a, the last spring frost usually comes around Mar 1 and the first fall frost around Dec 1. Here is when to plant broccoli.
Start seeds indoorsJan 18
Plant in the bedFeb 8
Start pickingApr 14
Plant again for fallSep 13
Your broccoli calendar for zone 9a
- Jan 18: Start broccoli seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Feb 8: Plant broccoli in the bed
- Apr 14: Start picking broccoli
- Aug 2: Start broccoli seeds indoors for a fall crop
- Sep 13: Plant broccoli again for a fall crop
Cut the main head before the flowers open; smaller side shoots follow.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 9a. 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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