📍 Bunker Hill, WV · Zone 7a · Last frost Friday, April 10, 2026
✏️ ChangeWhen to Plant Mâche in Bunker Hill, West Virginia (25413)
Location
Bunker Hill, West Virginia
ZIP Code
25413
USDA Zone
7a
Last Frost
Friday, April 10, 2026
📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates
Direct Sow Outdoors
Friday, February 27, 2026
Based on last frost Friday, April 10, 2026 · Zone 7a
Pro tip: Sow Mâche directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.
🌿 Plant Details
☀️ Growing Requirements
☀️
Sun
Partial Shade to Full Sun
💧
Water
Moderate (1 inch/week)
↔️
Spacing
4" apart
🌱
Planting Depth
0.25" deep
Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days
Ready to Plant Mâche in Bunker Hill?
Get your seeds now so they're ready by Friday, February 27, 2026.
* Affiliate links — we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
🤝 Good Companions
Full Companion Planting Guide for Mâche
See which plants help Mâche thrive, which to keep away, and raised bed layout tips →
🛠️ Supplies You'll Need
* Affiliate links — we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
🌾 Seed Saving Guide
🟢 EasyWhen to Harvest Seed
Allow plants to flower and seed pods to dry on the plant.
Processing
Thresh dried plants over a bowl, separate seeds from chaff by winnowing.
Seed Viability
Up to 3 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.
Pro Tip
Mâche self-sows freely — allow some plants to go to seed in place for a perpetual crop.
Raised Bed Planting Guides
A 4×8 bed fits 9 per sq ft of Mâche. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Mâche in Bunker Hill, West Virginia? +
In Bunker Hill (Zone 7a), direct sow Mâche outdoors around Friday, February 27, 2026.
What is the last frost date for Bunker Hill, West Virginia? +
The average last spring frost date for Bunker Hill, West Virginia (ZIP 25413) is around Friday, April 10, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 7a.
How long does Mâche take to grow? +
Mâche typically matures in about 45 days from direct sowing. In Bunker Hill, that means you can expect harvest around Friday, February 27, 2026 plus 45 days.
Should I start Mâche indoors or direct sow in West Virginia? +
Mâche does best when direct sown outdoors. In Bunker Hill, sow directly around Friday, February 27, 2026.
Other Plants for Bunker Hill
Growing Mâche in Zone 7a
Mâche (Valerianella locusta) is a popular garden vegetable. In Bunker Hill, West Virginia, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, February 27, 2026.
Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Mâche grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.