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When to Plant Bok Choy in Unknown

Direct Sow Outdoors

Wednesday, January 13, 2027

State

Unknown

USDA Zones

5a, 7a, 7b, 8b, 9a, 9b

Avg Last Frost

Wednesday, February 10, 2027

Cities Covered

13

Unknown Planting Schedule by Zone

Unknown spans 6 zones — find yours below for the most accurate dates.

Zone Last Frost Direct Sow
5a Monday, May 10, 2027 Monday, April 12, 2027
7a Saturday, April 10, 2027 Saturday, March 13, 2027
7b Monday, April 5, 2027 Monday, March 8, 2027
8b Monday, March 15, 2027 Monday, February 15, 2027
9a Saturday, February 20, 2027 Saturday, January 23, 2027
9b Wednesday, February 10, 2027 Wednesday, January 13, 2027

Dates based on average last frost. Check your local forecast before planting.

About Bok Choy

Scientific Name Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis
Days to Maturity 45 days
Plant Type Leaf
Sun Partial Shade to Full Sun
Water Regular (consistent moisture)
Spacing 6" apart

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Growing Bok Choy in Unknown: Complete Guide

Bok Choy (Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis) is a crop that grows best when sown directly in the garden. Depending on your zone, the right time to direct sow in Unknown falls between January 13, 2027 (Zone 9b) and April 12, 2027 (Zone 5a), once soil temperatures are consistently warm enough for germination.

Because Unknown stretches across 6 USDA hardiness zones (5a, 7a, 7b, 8b, 9a, 9b), planting windows can shift by as much as six to eight weeks from one end of the state to the other. Gardeners in the warmer southern zones can start earlier, while those in cooler northern zones should wait until the zone table above shows their last frost has passed.

With 45 days to maturity, Bok Choy fits comfortably within Unknown's growing season in most zones. In the warmest parts of the state, a second planting later in the season may be possible.

Bok Choy requires partial shade to full sun and regular (consistent moisture) moisture. Check your local forecast for humidity and heat advisories that may affect timing and pest pressure.

For the most precise planting dates tailored to your exact location, enter your ZIP code on our planting calendar or use the zone table above to find the schedule for your area of Unknown.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Bok Choy in Unknown?

In Unknown, direct sow Bok Choy outdoors around Wednesday, January 13, 2027. Unknown spans zones 5a–9b, so gardeners in warmer zones can plant earlier.

What is the last frost date in Unknown?

Unknown spans 6 USDA zones (5a, 7a, 7b, 8b, 9a, 9b), so last frost dates vary by region. ZIP 50099 (5a) sees frost until around Monday, May 10, 2027, while ZIP 32143, ZIP 85117, ZIP 85127 (9b) is frost-free much earlier.

How long does Bok Choy take to grow in Unknown?

Bok Choy takes about 45 days from transplant (or direct sow) to harvest. In Unknown's longer-season zones, a second planting in late summer may be possible.

What USDA zones does Unknown cover for Bok Choy?

Unknown includes zones 5a, 7a, 7b, 8b, 9a, 9b. Bok Choy grows well across all of these zones with adjusted timing — use the zone table above to find the right dates for your part of the state.

When to Plant Bok Choy by City in Unknown

Dates are based on each city's USDA zone and average last frost.

City Zone Last Frost Direct Sow
ZIP 32143 9b Wednesday, February 10, 2027 Wednesday, January 13, 2027
ZIP 40122 7a Saturday, April 10, 2027 Saturday, March 13, 2027
ZIP 50099 5a Monday, May 10, 2027 Monday, April 12, 2027
ZIP 75033 8b Monday, March 15, 2027 Monday, February 15, 2027
ZIP 75059 8b Monday, March 15, 2027 Monday, February 15, 2027
ZIP 84129 7b Monday, April 5, 2027 Monday, March 8, 2027
ZIP 85117 9b Wednesday, February 10, 2027 Wednesday, January 13, 2027
ZIP 85127 9b Wednesday, February 10, 2027 Wednesday, January 13, 2027
ZIP 85178 9b Wednesday, February 10, 2027 Wednesday, January 13, 2027
ZIP 85190 9b Wednesday, February 10, 2027 Wednesday, January 13, 2027
ZIP 85191 9a Saturday, February 20, 2027 Saturday, January 23, 2027
ZIP 85288 9b Wednesday, February 10, 2027 Wednesday, January 13, 2027
ZIP 93737 9b Wednesday, February 10, 2027 Wednesday, January 13, 2027

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