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When to Plant Dark Green Italian Plain in Zone 8b

Family: Apiaceae Herb
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Planting Schedule

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Maximize your Dark Green Italian Plain yield in Zone 8b. Follow this localized planting schedule and companion guide for a healthier, heavier harvest.

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Botanical illustration of Dark Green Italian Plain

Crop Dates : 8b

Growing note: This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~70 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 23rd
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsMay 11th
Harvest BeginsJul 20th
Harvest EndsNov 12th

Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~70 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.

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Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~70 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.