When to Plant Microgreens in Northwest Territories
Microgreens are young seedlings of vegetables and herbs harvested at the cotyledon or first true leaf stage. They pack concentrated flavors and nutrients in a tiny package.
Northwest Territories spans USDA hardiness zones 1b, 2b, 3a (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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Microgreens Planting Calendar for Northwest Territories
▸ Zone 1b ~79 day growing season · Full guide →
Last frost: June 7 · First frost: August 25 · 79 day season
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 26 | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Transplant Outdoors | June 7 | Jun 7 – Jun 21 |
| Direct Sow | May 31 | May 31 – Jun 21 |
| Fall Sowing | June 2 | Jun 2 – Jun 16 |
| Harvest | June 14 | Jun 14 – Jul 12 |
▸ 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 |
| Fall Sowing | June 18 | Jun 18 – Jul 2 |
| Harvest | May 29 | May 29 – Jun 26 |
▸ Zone 3a ~123 day growing season · Full guide →
Last frost: May 15 · First frost: September 15 · 123 day season
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 3 | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 15 | May 15 – May 29 |
| Direct Sow | May 8 | May 8 – May 29 |
| Fall Sowing | June 23 | Jun 23 – Jul 7 |
| Harvest | May 22 | May 22 – Jun 19 |
Growing Tips for Northwest Territories
Sow seeds densely on shallow trays of moist growing medium. Cover until germination, then provide light. Harvest with scissors when 1-3 inches tall. Grow year-round indoors.
Microgreens in Other States
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Microgreens in Northwest Territories?
Planting dates for Microgreens in Northwest Territories depend on your USDA zone. Northwest Territories spans zones 1b, 2b, 3a. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.
What zone is Northwest Territories for planting?
Northwest Territories contains USDA hardiness zones 1b, 2b, 3a. 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.