When should I plant Carbassa in Zone 6a?

Start Carbassa seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Aug 15.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Carbassa in Zone 6a?

Yes. Carbassa needs 100 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🎃 Growing Carbassa in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Carbassa. Darrera gelada: Apr 28. Primera gelada: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dies)

Zona6a

Darrera geladaApr 28

Primera geladaOct 8

Temporada163 dies

Collita100 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Carbassa in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Carbassa seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Carbassa seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 15

First harvest approximately Aug 15 (~95 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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