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When to Plant Beefsteak in Zone 8b

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade
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Planting Schedule

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Plan your Beefsteak harvest with precision. Below is the exact Zone 8b planting schedule, frost dates, and recommended companion crops.

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Crop Dates : 8b

Growing note: This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~90 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 2nd
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsMay 18th
Harvest BeginsAug 16th
Harvest EndsNov 12th

Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~90 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.

Recommended Companions

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Moonsong Deep Orange Marigold
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Lemon Sweet Clove Basil
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Kuroda Improved Carrot
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Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~90 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.