When to plant Spinach in Zone 2b
In Zone 2b, Spinach: direct sow outdoors around Apr 18–May 16; direct sow outdoors around Jul 7–Jul 28. Expect to harvest around May 28–Jun 25.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Apr 18 – May 16 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Jul 7 – Jul 28 |
| Harvest | May 28 – Jun 25 |
| Harvest | Aug 16 – Sep 6 |
Tip: Very cold-hardy; sow as soon as soil can be worked, and again in fall. Bolts in heat.
Zone 2b averages a last spring frost around May 30 and a first fall frost around Sep 1. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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