When to Plant Sunflower in Zone 5a
Family: Asteraceae · Oilseed and ornamental annual
Planting Schedule
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Plan your Sunflower harvest with precision. Below is the exact Zone 5a planting schedule, frost dates, and recommended companion crops.
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Crop Dates : 5a
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Direct Sow |
| Last Frost | May 8th |
| Transplant / Sow Outdoors | May 8th |
| Harvest Begins | Jul 17th |
| Harvest Ends | Sep 30th |
Garden Alerts
In Zone 5a, the average last spring frost is around May 08. Watch soil temperature before transplanting Sunflower.
Garden Alerts
In Zone 5a, the average last spring frost is around May 08. Watch soil temperature before transplanting Sunflower.