When should I plant Spine Gourd in Zone 7b?

Start Spine Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 13. Transplant outdoors after Apr 24. Expect first harvest around Jul 23.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Spine Gourd in Zone 7b?

Yes. Spine Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Spine Gourd in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Spine Gourd. শেষ তুষারপাত: Apr 10. প্রথম তুষারপাত: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 13Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 দিন)

জোন7b

শেষ তুষারপাতApr 10

প্রথম তুষারপাতNov 7

মরসুম211 দিন

ফসল55 দিন

সূর্যপূর্ণ রোদ

When to Plant Spine Gourd in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 13

Start Spine Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 13 (4 শেষ হিমের আগে সপ্তাহ). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 24

Transplant Spine Gourd seedlings outdoors after Apr 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/মি² (15-20cm দূরত্ব). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 23

First harvest approximately Jul 23 (~90 দিন from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

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