When to plant shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) in Utah
Utah spans USDA zones 5b–8b, so the right time to plant shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 21 in St. George to May 14 in Heber — below are local dates for 67 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City | 7b | March 31 | November 8 | March 10 – April 14 |
| West Valley City | 7b | April 8 | October 31 | March 18 – April 22 |
| West Jordan | 7b | April 18 | October 22 | March 28 – May 2 |
| Provo | 7a | April 18 | October 21 | March 28 – May 2 |
| St. George | 8b | March 14 | November 10 | February 21 – March 28 |
| Orem | 7a | April 19 | October 19 | March 29 – May 3 |
| Sandy | 7b | April 29 | October 22 | April 8 – May 13 |
| Ogden | 6b | April 21 | October 23 | March 31 – May 5 |
Shungiku (Edible Chrysanthemum) in Utah: FAQ
When can I plant shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) in Utah?
Across Utah, the time to direct-sow shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) spans roughly February 21 in St. George to May 14 in Heber, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) planting date vary across Utah?
Yes. Utah publishes 67 cities with their own frost dates, so the right shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) 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 shungiku (edible chrysanthemum) take to grow in Utah?
Shungiku (Edible Chrysanthemum) takes about 30–45 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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