When to plant molokhia in Maryland
Maryland spans USDA zones 7a–8a, so the right time to plant molokhia shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about April 5 in California to May 8 in Westminster — below are local dates for 139 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 8a | March 24 | November 21 | April 7 – April 21 |
| Columbia | 7b | April 5 | November 9 | April 19 – May 3 |
| Germantown | 7b | April 14 | October 29 | April 28 – May 12 |
| Frederick | 7b | April 2 | November 6 | April 16 – April 30 |
| Waldorf | 7b | April 17 | October 27 | May 1 – May 15 |
| Silver Spring | 7b | April 10 | November 1 | April 24 – May 8 |
| Ellicott City | 7b | April 2 | November 7 | April 16 – April 30 |
| Glen Burnie | 7b | April 10 | October 31 | April 24 – May 8 |
Molokhia in Maryland: FAQ
When can I plant molokhia in Maryland?
Across Maryland, the time to direct-sow molokhia spans roughly April 5 in California to May 8 in Westminster, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the molokhia planting date vary across Maryland?
Yes. Maryland publishes 139 cities with their own frost dates, so the right molokhia 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 molokhia take to grow in Maryland?
Molokhia takes about 60–70 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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