Growing kale in zone 5b

In USDA zone 5b, the typical last spring frost is May 1 and the first fall frost is October 10. Here is when to plant kale against those dates.

Start seeds indoorsFebruary 13 to February 27

Transplant outdoorsMarch 27 to April 3

Direct sow outdoorsMarch 27 to April 3

Plant in fallAugust 8 to September 12

These are zone 5b averages

Computed from 2,843 ZIP codes in zone 5b. Your town's frost dates vary; enter your ZIP for dates built on your nearest weather station.

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USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, 2023. USDA Agricultural Research Service / Oregon State University PRISM Group. NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Planting windows for kale from Utah State University Extension. Zone dates are medians; local conditions vary.