When should I plant Spine Gourd in Zone 10a?

Start Spine Gourd seeds indoors around Jan 23. Transplant outdoors after Mar 6. Expect first harvest around Jun 4.

What is the last frost date for Zone 10a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 10a is Feb 20. The first fall frost averages Dec 1, giving a 284-day growing season.

Can I grow Spine Gourd in Zone 10a?

Yes. Spine Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 10a has a 284-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Spine Gourd in Zone 10a

Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. Spine Gourd can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Darrera gelada: Feb 20. Primera gelada: Dec 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 23Dec 1

Season: Feb 20 – Dec 1 (284 dies)

Zona10a

Darrera geladaFeb 20

Primera geladaDec 1

Temporada284 dies

Collita55 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Spine Gourd in Zone 10a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 23

Start Spine Gourd seeds indoors around Jan 23 (4 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 6

Transplant Spine Gourd seedlings outdoors after Mar 6. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 4

First harvest approximately Jun 4 (~90 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 1).

Spine Gourd in Other Zones

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