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When to Plant Mache in Burnett County, WI

Burnett County, Wisconsin Zone 4a May

May in the garden — Burnett County, Wisconsin

A quick May briefing for Burnett County, Wisconsin gardeners — what's urgent, what's next, and what can wait.

Avg. last frost May 15
Avg. first frost September 27
Soil temp (4") 50°F
Watering Moderate
Pest pressure Low
Daylight 14.7 hrs
  1. Move mache into the garden

    Water the tray well an hour before you transplant. Roots slide out cleanly and settle in faster.

  2. Sow mache where they'll grow

    Your soil is 50°F — warm enough for these to germinate without babying.

To set up a strong June, finish these tasks
  • Starting indoors: mache
  • First harvests: mache

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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.

Burnett County, Wisconsin is in USDA Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 15 and the first fall frost is September 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 135 days.

At an elevation of 574 feet, Burnett County receives approximately 30.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 79°F, so choose short-season varieties of Mache to ensure they mature before fall.

Burnett County, WI (Zone 4a) Short season
135 days
Last Spring Frost May 15
135 growing days
First Fall Frost September 27

Burnett County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.2-7.3

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (55 days to spare)
Start indoors: Mar 28 Transplant: May 9 🍅 Harvest: Jun 20 – Jul 25
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (58 days to spare)
Start indoors: Apr 3 Transplant: May 15 🍅 Harvest: Jun 26 – Jul 31
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (55 days to spare)
Start indoors: Apr 18 Transplant: May 30 🍅 Harvest: Jul 11 – Aug 15

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.

Soil Compatibility in Burnett County

How your county's soil matches Mache's growing requirements.

Soil pH

Your soil pH (6.2–7.3) is within Mache's preferred range (6.0–7.5).

Soil Texture

The silt loam soil in Burnett County is excellent for Mache — good drainage, moisture retention, and nutrient holding capacity.

Drainage

Drainage is adequate for Mache.

Organic Matter

Organic matter is excellent (4.6%) — Mache will thrive.

How to Plant Mache

0.5"
Planting Depth
6"
Between Plants
12"
Between Rows

Fall planting: Sow 12 weeks before your first frost date for a fall harvest.

Succession Planting Mache

3
successive plantings in your 135-day season

Sow every 4.6 weeks. Last sowing by Jul 29 to harvest before frost.

For a dedicated fall crop, sow by Jul 05.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
1.0″/week
You supply
0.4″/week
Watering frequency 1-2 times/week
Season total 422 gal / 100 sq ft

Monthly Watering Guide for Mache

Mache needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Mache Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 1.4" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 1.3" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 1.8" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 2.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant
May 4.3" 3.6" 0.7" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 4.2" 0.1" 💧 Light watering
Jul 4.3" 3" 1.3" 💧 Light watering
Aug 4.3" 3.6" 0.7" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 2.7" 1.6" 💧 Light watering
Oct 2.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Nov 2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 1.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (May–Sep in Burnett County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Mache Heat Requirements (GDD)

What are Growing Degree Days (GDD)?

Growing Degree Days measure the total warmth your plants receive during the growing season. Think of it as a "heat bank" — every day above 50°F deposits warmth that helps your plants grow.

Each plant needs a certain amount of accumulated heat to mature. If your county provides more GDD than the plant needs, it's a great fit. If it's close, you may want to choose faster-maturing varieties or start seeds indoors to get a head start.

Mache needs ~462 GDD — county provides 1,248 GDD Excellent fit

Mache Planting Timeline — Burnett County, WI

Mache Planting Calendar

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
Harvest June 26 Jun 26 – Jul 31
Fall Sowing July 5 Jul 5 – Jul 19

Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Start Indoors
May Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
June Harvest
July Fall Sowing Harvest
August
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

💧 Water

1"/week · 1-2 times/week

📅 Days to Maturity

40–60 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: ideal

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 4a

📆 Growing Season

135 days in Burnett County

Growing Tips for Mache in Burnett County

Direct sow Mache outdoors after May 15 in Burnett County when soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.

General growing tips

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 Burnett County, WI?

Burnett County is in Zone 4a with an average last frost of May 15. Plan your Mache planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Burnett County, WI?

Burnett County, Wisconsin is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 15 and first fall frost is September 27.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Burnett County, WI. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: May 2026.

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