Seasoncool
Sun6+ hours
Plant spacing3 in
Container depth12 in
Start here
Loosen soil deeply before sowing shallowly.
Keep it going
Keep the seedbed consistently damp until seedlings appear.
Layout notes
Plan for the whole plant.
Leave about 12 inches between rows. The listed spacing is a starter distance for common varieties, so check seed packets or plant labels if your cultivar says otherwise.
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This page is a maintained starter guide, not a diagnosis or local planting-date guarantee. Check your local Extension service and plant label before making seasonal or treatment decisions.
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