When to plant Spinach in Zone 6b
In Zone 6b, Spinach: direct sow outdoors around Mar 4–Apr 1; direct sow outdoors around Aug 30–Sep 20. Expect to harvest around Apr 13–May 11.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Mar 4 – Apr 1 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Aug 30 – Sep 20 |
| Harvest | Apr 13 – May 11 |
| Harvest | Oct 9 – Oct 30 |
Tip: Very cold-hardy; sow as soon as soil can be worked, and again in fall. Bolts in heat.
Zone 6b averages a last spring frost around Apr 15 and a first fall frost around Oct 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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