When to plant kale in zone 6b
In zone 6b, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 15 and the first fall frost around Oct 20. Here is when to plant kale.
Start seeds indoorsMar 4
Plant in the bedMar 18
Start pickingMay 12
Plant again for fallAug 12
Your kale calendar for zone 6b
- Mar 4: Start kale seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Mar 18: Plant kale in the bed
- May 12: Start picking kale
- Jul 1: Start kale seeds indoors for a fall crop
- Aug 12: 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 6b. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
Plan your raised bed in 3D. Pick your bed size and material, choose your plants, and get a printable plan with measurements, a shopping list and planting dates for your ZIP code. Free, no sign-up.
Open the free planner →