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When to Plant Purple Italian Globe in Zone 2a

Family: Asteraceae Vegetable
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Planting Schedule

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Maximize your Purple Italian Globe yield in Zone 2a. Follow this localized planting schedule and companion guide for a healthier, heavier harvest.

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Botanical illustration of Purple Italian Globe

Crop Dates : 2a

Growing note: This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~150 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 16th
Last FrostMay 25th
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsMay 18th
Harvest BeginsOct 15th
Harvest EndsAug 29th

Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~150 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.

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Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~150 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.