When to plant spinach in zone 5
In USDA zone 5, the last spring frost usually falls between Apr 10 and May 10. Sow or plant spinach around Mar 18 to Apr 30. Expect to harvest around May 18 to Jul 6.
Zone 5 dates for spinach
| Sow or plant outside | Mar 18 to Apr 30 |
|---|---|
| Harvest | May 18 to Jul 6 |
| Typical last spring frost | Apr 10 to May 10 |
| Typical first fall frost | around Oct 15 |
USDA zones measure winter cold, not frost dates, so these are typical dates for the zone. Towns in the same zone can be weeks apart.
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