When should I plant Bottle Gourd in Zone 10a?

Start Bottle 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 Bottle Gourd in Zone 10a?

Yes. Bottle Gourd needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 10a has a 284-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Bottle Gourd in Zone 10a

Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. Bottle Gourd can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Sidste frost: Feb 20. Første frost: Dec 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 23Dec 1

Season: Feb 20 – Dec 1 (284 dage)

Zone10a

Sidste frostFeb 20

Første frostDec 1

Sæson284 dage

Høst60 dage

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When to Plant Bottle Gourd in Zone 10a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 23

Start Bottle Gourd seeds indoors around Jan 23 (4 uger før sidste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 6

Transplant Bottle Gourd seedlings outdoors after Mar 6. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 4

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

Bottle Gourd in Other Zones

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