When to Plant Mache in Orleans County, NY
Mache (corn salad) is a cold-hardy salad green with small, rounded, tender leaves and a mild, nutty flavor. It thrives in cool weather and even overwinters in many climates.
Orleans County, New York is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 29 and the first fall frost is October 23, giving you a growing season of approximately 177 days.
At an elevation of 684 feet, Orleans County receives approximately 46.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Mache during the growing season.
Orleans County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.1-6.7
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Mache Planting Timeline — Orleans County, NY
Mache Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 25 | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 29 | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Direct Sow | April 15 | Apr 15 – May 6 |
| Fall Sowing | August 14 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
| Harvest | June 10 | Jun 10 – Jul 15 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
40–60 days
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 5b
Growing Season
177 days
Growing Tips for Orleans County
Direct sow in early spring or late summer for fall and winter harvest. Seeds need light to germinate so press gently into soil surface. Harvest whole rosettes.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Mache in Orleans County, NY?
Orleans County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of April 29. Plan your Mache planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Orleans County, NY?
Orleans County, New York is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is April 29 and first fall frost is October 23.
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