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Growing Emerald in Michigan

Abelmoschus esculentus 'Emerald'

Humid Continental (Lake Effect)Zones 4, 5, 6130-180 day season

🏛️ Michigan Growing Overview

Climate
Humid Continental (Lake Effect)
Primary Zone
Zone 5
Last Frost Range
April 20 - May 30
First Frost Range
September 20 - October 20
Famous Michigan crops: Tart cherries, Blueberries, Apples, Asparagus, Dry beans

📍 Zone Suitability in Michigan

✓ Best Zones for Emerald

Zone 4135 days

This variety matures in 55 days, well within Zone 4's 135-day growing season.

Zone 5160 days

This variety matures in 55 days, well within Zone 5's 160-day growing season.

Zone 6185 days

This variety matures in 55 days, well within Zone 6's 185-day growing season.

⚠️ Michigan Growing Challenges

⚠️Lake effect weather
⚠️Late spring
⚠️Short season (north)
⚠️Cherry diseases

✓ Michigan Growing Advantages

✓Lake moderation for fruit
✓Excellent fruit region
✓Good water resources

📊 Emerald Quick Facts

Days to Maturity
55-65
Difficulty
intermediate
Season
summer
Type
OP

🎓 Michigan Extension Resources

For local, research-based growing information, visit your state's Cooperative Extension Service:

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🌱 Other esculentus Varieties for Michigan

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55-65 days
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55-65 days
⚠️ Required Corrections Before Sync
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Star of David (Israeli)
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