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Tartan Buckwheat · Buckwheat

Zone 5b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Tartan Buckwheat to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 4th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 4th
Harvest BeginsJun 23rd
Harvest EndsOct 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 55°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity50
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)55
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: Sow buckwheat when soil is warm and keep it lightly moist until emergence, then let it run to dense cover quickly for weed suppression and pollinators.