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Escarole · Escarole

Zone 8b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Escarole to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 16th
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMar 16th
Harvest BeginsMay 25th
Harvest EndsNov 12th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 30°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 6 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity70
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)30
Harden Off (days)6
Expert Note: For best flavor and tenderness, grow escarole in cool weather and blanch the inner leaves by tying them up 1–2 weeks before harvest.