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When to Plant Mâche in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan (49783)

Location

Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan

ZIP Code

49783

USDA Zone

4b

Last Frost

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Tuesday, March 24, 2026

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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Growing Mâche in Zone 4b

Mâche (Valerianella locusta) is a popular garden vegetable. In Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b, you should direct sow seeds around Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Mâche grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.