Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least
1.46 feet (45.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around
0.25 inches (0.64 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than
10°C / 50°F to ensure good germination.
By our calculations, you should look at sowing Atlantic about 35 days before your last frost date.
Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Atlantic is a hardy plant.
By our calculations, you should look at planting out Atlantic about 21 days before your last frost date.