When to plant kale in zone 5a
In zone 5a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 4 and the first fall frost around Oct 3. Here is when to plant kale.
Start seeds indoorsMar 23
Plant in the bedApr 6
Start pickingMay 31
Plant again for fallJul 26
Your kale calendar for zone 5a
- Mar 23: Start kale seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Apr 6: Plant kale in the bed
- May 31: Start picking kale
- Jun 14: Start kale seeds indoors for a fall crop
- Jul 26: 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 5a. 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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