SproutSmart
SproutSmart Intelligent Garden Sowing

Bucks Horn · Plantain

Zone 4b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Bucks Horn to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 13th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 13th
Harvest BeginsJun 22nd
Harvest EndsSep 27th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity40
Sun RequirementsPart Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthSurface
Germination Temp (°F)60
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: For the tenderest salad leaves, keep soil evenly moist and harvest small—Bucks Horn is best before temperatures push it to tougher growth.