When to plant kale in zone 10b
In zone 10b, the last spring frost usually comes around Jan 15 and the first fall frost around Dec 31. Here is when to plant kale.
Start seeds indoorsDec 4
Plant in the bedDec 18
Start pickingFeb 11
Plant again for fallOct 23
Your kale calendar for zone 10b
- Dec 4: Start kale seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Dec 18: Plant kale in the bed
- Feb 11: Start picking kale
- Sep 11: Start kale seeds indoors for a fall crop
- Oct 23: 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 10b. 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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