When to Plant Spinach in Franklin Parish, LA
Spinach is a nutrient-packed cool-season green that grows quickly in spring and fall. It is rich in iron, vitamins, and antioxidants and excellent raw or cooked.
Franklin Parish, Louisiana is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 9 and the first fall frost is November 12, giving you a growing season of approximately 248 days.
At an elevation of 300 feet, Franklin Parish receives approximately 58.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 90°F, providing good warmth for Spinach during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Spinach root diseases.
Franklin Parish Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.1-7.2
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
Spinach Planting Timeline — Franklin Parish, LA
Spinach Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 2 | Feb 2 – Feb 16 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 9 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Direct Sow | February 23 | Feb 23 – Mar 16 |
| Fall Sowing | September 3 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Harvest | April 13 | Apr 13 – Jun 15 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| March | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | Harvest |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
35–50 days
Soil pH
6.5 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 8a
Growing Season
248 days
Growing Tips for Franklin Parish
Direct sow as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in partial shade for summer crops to delay bolting. Succession plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
Level Up Your Garden
Wind pollinated — isolate 1/2 mile for purity. Easy to let bolt in heat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Spinach in Franklin Parish, LA?
Franklin Parish is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of March 9. Plan your Spinach planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Franklin Parish, LA?
Franklin Parish, Louisiana is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 9 and first fall frost is November 12.
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