When to Plant New Zealand Spinach in Dubois County, IN
New Zealand spinach is a heat-tolerant ground-cover plant with thick, triangular leaves that taste similar to true spinach. It thrives in hot weather when regular spinach bolts.
Dubois County, Indiana is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 12 and the first fall frost is October 21, giving you a growing season of approximately 192 days.
At an elevation of 589 feet, Dubois County receives approximately 33.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for New Zealand Spinach during the growing season.
Dubois County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.1-7.3
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
Water stress score is 6/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
New Zealand Spinach Planting Timeline — Dubois County, IN
New Zealand Spinach Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 15 | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 26 | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Direct Sow | April 19 | Apr 19 – May 10 |
| Harvest | June 21 | Jun 21 – Jul 19 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
55–70 days
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 6a
Growing Season
192 days
Growing Tips for Dubois County
Soak seeds overnight before planting. Direct sow after last frost. Pinch growing tips regularly to encourage bushy growth and tender new leaves.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant New Zealand Spinach in Dubois County, IN?
Dubois County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 12. Plan your New Zealand Spinach planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Dubois County, IN?
Dubois County, Indiana is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 12 and first fall frost is October 21.
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