When should I plant Ash Gourd in Zone 8b?

Start Ash Gourd seeds indoors around Feb 22. Transplant outdoors after Apr 5. Expect first harvest around Jul 4.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Ash Gourd in Zone 8b?

Yes. Ash Gourd needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Ash Gourd in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Ash Gourd. Darrera gelada: Mar 22. Primera gelada: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 22Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 dies)

Zona8b

Darrera geladaMar 22

Primera geladaNov 10

Temporada233 dies

Collita75 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Ash Gourd in Zone 8b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 22

Start Ash Gourd seeds indoors around Feb 22 (4 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 5

Transplant Ash Gourd seedlings outdoors after Apr 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 4

First harvest approximately Jul 4 (~90 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10).

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