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When to Plant Mâche in Miami, Florida (33247)

Location

Miami, Florida

ZIP Code

33247

USDA Zone

11a

Last Frost

Thursday, January 1, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Based on last frost Thursday, January 1, 2026 · Zone 11a

Pro tip: Sow Mâche directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Valerianella locusta
Days to Maturity 45 days
Mature Height 4-8"
Spread 4"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial Shade to Full Sun

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

4" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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Get your seeds now so they're ready by Thursday, November 20, 2025.

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Mâche

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🛠️ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟢 Easy
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When 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.

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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 Miami, Florida? +

In Miami (Zone 11a), direct sow Mâche outdoors around Thursday, November 20, 2025.

What is the last frost date for Miami, Florida? +

The average last spring frost date for Miami, Florida (ZIP 33247) is around Thursday, January 1, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 11a.

How long does Mâche take to grow? +

Mâche typically matures in about 45 days from direct sowing. In Miami, that means you can expect harvest around Thursday, November 20, 2025 plus 45 days.

Should I start Mâche indoors or direct sow in Florida? +

Mâche does best when direct sown outdoors. In Miami, sow directly around Thursday, November 20, 2025.

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Growing Mâche in Zone 11a

Mâche (Valerianella locusta) is a popular garden vegetable. In Miami, Florida, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 11a, you should direct sow seeds around Thursday, November 20, 2025.

Your average last frost date is Thursday, January 1, 2026. Mâche grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.