Explore LibraryStart free trial
← Plant Library

When to Plant Salsify in Zone 4

In USDA zone 4a, plant outdoors May 1 to August 29, and expect your first harvest around August 29. (4a shown here — see 4a and 4b dates separately below.)

Salsify planting calendar for USDA Zone 4a

Average last spring frost

May 15

Average first fall frost

September 20

🌿

Direct sow

May 1

🌾

Projected first harvest

Aug 29

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
🌱 Start indoors🌿 Growing outside🌾 HarvestTodayZone 4a (approximate)

Salsify is ready to harvest in about 120 days, needing roughly 128 frost-free days in zone 4a.

Salsify planting calendar for USDA Zone 4b

Average last spring frost

May 10

Average first fall frost

September 25

🌿

Direct sow

Apr 26

🌾

Projected first harvest

Aug 24

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
🌱 Start indoors🌿 Growing outside🌾 HarvestTodayZone 4b (approximate)

Salsify is ready to harvest in about 120 days, needing roughly 138 frost-free days in zone 4b.

Not sure whether you're in 4a or 4b? Set your ZIP in HomeSown for dates tuned to your exact location.

Varieties to grow

1 variety of salsify in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.

Common problems with salsify

What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each

🌱 Grow salsify with a calendar built for your exact yard

HomeSown turns your ZIP code into a personalized planting calendar, watering reminders, and pest help. Free to start.

Start your free garden →