When should I plant Spine Gourd in Zone 6b?

Start Spine Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 29. Expect first harvest around Jul 28.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Spine Gourd in Zone 6b?

Yes. Spine Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Spine Gourd in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Spine Gourd. Darrera gelada: Apr 15. Primera gelada: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dies)

Zona6b

Darrera geladaApr 15

Primera geladaOct 22

Temporada190 dies

Collita55 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Spine Gourd in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 18

Start Spine Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 18 (4 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 29

Transplant Spine Gourd seedlings outdoors after Apr 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 28

First harvest approximately Jul 28 (~90 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

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