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Green Forest · Amaranth

Zone 6a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Green Forest to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 1st
Harvest BeginsJun 25th
Harvest EndsOct 10th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity55
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: For fastest, most reliable yields of “Green Forest” type leafy fodder greens, direct-sow into cool soil as soon as your garden is workable and thin to the final spacing.