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When to Plant Bok Choy in USDA Zone 6b

Bok choy is a Chinese cabbage variety with crisp white stalks and dark green leaves. It is a fast-growing cool-season crop ideal for stir-fries and soups.

In Zone 6b, the average last spring frost is around April 3 and the first fall frost is around October 25, giving you a growing season of approximately 205 days.

Zone 6b Long season
205 days
Last Spring Frost April 3
205 growing days
First Fall Frost October 25

Bok Choy Planting Timeline — Zone 6b

Where Is USDA Zone 6b?

The map below highlights the states that contain Zone 6b. Click any state to see the Bok Choy planting schedule for that location.

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Bok Choy Planting Calendar — Zone 6b

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 27 Feb 27 – Mar 13
Transplant Outdoors April 3 Apr 3 – Apr 17
Direct Sow March 20 Mar 20 – Apr 10
Fall Sowing August 16 Aug 16 – Aug 30
Harvest May 15 May 15 – Jun 19

Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February Start Indoors
March Start Indoors Direct Sow
April Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
May Harvest
June Harvest
July
August Fall Sowing
September
October
November
December

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Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

Water

High — keep soil consistently moist

Days to Maturity

40–60 days

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Zone Temperature Range

-5°F to 0°F average annual minimum

Growing Season

205 days (Zone 6b average)

Planting Specifications

Planting Depth1 inches
Plant Spacing15 inches apart
Row Spacing24 inches between rows

Growing Tips for Zone 6b

Direct sow in spring or fall for best results. Keep soil consistently moist. Harvest whole heads or cut outer leaves for a cut-and-come-again approach.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Strawberries

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Bok Choy in Zone 6b?

In Zone 6b, plan your Bok Choy planting around the average last frost date of April 3. Start seeds indoors around February 27. Direct sow outdoors around March 20. Transplant seedlings around April 3.

Can Bok Choy grow in Zone 6b?

Yes, Bok Choy can grow well in Zone 6b, hardy in USDA zones 2a through 11b. Zone 6b has a growing season of approximately 205 days, which is sufficient for Bok Choy (40-60 days to maturity).

When can I harvest Bok Choy in Zone 6b?

In Zone 6b, expect to harvest Bok Choy from May 15 – June 19. Bok Choy takes 40-60 days from planting to harvest.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost in Zone 6b is around April 3, and the first fall frost is around October 25. This gives a growing season of approximately 205 days. These are 50% probability dates — actual frost dates vary year to year.

What should I plant next to Bok Choy?

Good companion plants for Bok Choy include Celery, Lettuce, Spinach. These companions can help with pest control, pollination, and nutrient sharing.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals, University Cooperative Extension planting guides. Planting dates are estimates based on average frost dates — local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.