Hokkaido Zairai · Buckwheat
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Direct Sow |
| Last Frost | May 8th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | May 8th |
| Harvest Begins | Jul 22nd |
| Harvest Ends | Sep 30th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 50°F
and nights stay above 35°F
before moving outdoors.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 75 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 60 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 50 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 35 |
| Harden Off (days) | Not Required |
Expert Note: For reliable grain, sow as soon as spring soil is workable and keep moisture steady until emergence—buckwheat dislikes transplanting.