When to plant gai lan (chinese broccoli) in Alaska
Alaska spans USDA zones 2a–6a, so the right time to plant gai lan (chinese broccoli) shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about April 12 in Juneau city and to May 1 in Badger — below are local dates for 7 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 5a | May 16 | September 20 | April 25 – May 30 |
| Fairbanks | 2a | May 16 | September 6 | April 25 – May 30 |
| Juneau city and | 6a | May 3 | October 14 | April 12 – May 17 |
| Knik-Fairview | 5a | May 18 | September 20 | April 27 – June 1 |
| Badger | 2a | May 22 | September 2 | May 1 – June 5 |
| College | 2b | May 18 | September 6 | April 27 – June 1 |
| North Lakes | 5a | May 16 | September 23 | April 25 – May 30 |
Gai Lan (Chinese Broccoli) in Alaska: FAQ
When can I plant gai lan (chinese broccoli) in Alaska?
Across Alaska, the time to direct-sow gai lan (chinese broccoli) spans roughly April 12 in Juneau city and to May 1 in Badger, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the gai lan (chinese broccoli) planting date vary across Alaska?
Yes. Alaska publishes 7 cities with their own frost dates, so the right gai lan (chinese broccoli) planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does gai lan (chinese broccoli) take to grow in Alaska?
Gai Lan (Chinese Broccoli) takes about 50–70 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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