When to Plant Mache in Oneida County, WI
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.
Oneida County, Wisconsin is in USDA Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 20 and the first fall frost is September 28, giving you a growing season of approximately 131 days.
At an elevation of 569 feet, Oneida County receives approximately 39.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 82°F, so choose short-season varieties of Mache to ensure they mature before fall.
Oneida County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Mache Planting Timeline — Oneida County, WI
Mache Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 8 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 20 | May 20 – Jun 3 |
| Direct Sow | May 13 | May 13 – Jun 3 |
| Harvest | July 1 | Jul 1 – Aug 5 |
| Fall Sowing | July 6 | Jul 6 – Jul 20 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | Start Indoors |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| July | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
40–60 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 4b
📆 Growing Season
131 days in Oneida County
Growing Tips for Oneida 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Mache in Oneida County, WI?
Oneida County is in Zone 4b with an average last frost of May 20. Plan your Mache planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Oneida County, WI?
Oneida County, Wisconsin is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 20 and first fall frost is September 28.
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