When to Plant Kale in Yukon
Kale is an exceptionally hardy, nutrient-dense green available in curly, lacinato, and Russian varieties. It tolerates heavy frost and often tastes sweeter after cold exposure.
Yukon spans USDA hardiness zones 2a, 2b (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.
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Kale Planting Calendar for Yukon
▸ Zone 2a ~94 day growing season · Full guide →
Last frost: May 30 · First frost: September 1 · 94 day season
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 18 | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 30 | May 30 – Jun 13 |
| Direct Sow | May 23 | May 23 – Jun 13 |
| Harvest | July 25 | Jul 25 – Sep 19 |
| Fall Sowing | June 9 | Jun 9 – Jun 23 |
▸ Zone 2b ~111 day growing season · Full guide →
Last frost: May 22 · First frost: September 10 · 111 day season
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 10 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 22 | May 22 – Jun 5 |
| Direct Sow | May 15 | May 15 – Jun 5 |
| Harvest | July 17 | Jul 17 – Sep 11 |
| Fall Sowing | June 18 | Jun 18 – Jul 2 |
Growing Tips for Yukon
Direct sow or transplant in early spring or late summer. Harvest outer leaves first to keep plants productive. Kale overwinters in many climates and can provide greens all year.
Kale in Other States
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Kale in Yukon?
Planting dates for Kale in Yukon depend on your USDA zone. Yukon spans zones 2a, 2b. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.
What zone is Yukon for planting?
Yukon contains USDA hardiness zones 2a, 2b. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state — northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.