When should I plant Vandmelon in Zone 9b?

Start Vandmelon seeds indoors around Feb 10. Transplant outdoors after Mar 24. Expect first harvest around Jun 7.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9b is Mar 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 15, giving a 250-day growing season.

Can I grow Vandmelon in Zone 9b?

Yes. Vandmelon needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍉 Growing Vandmelon in Zone 9b

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Vandmelon. Sidste frost: Mar 10. Første frost: Nov 15.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 10Nov 15

Season: Mar 10 – Nov 15 (250 dage)

Zone9b

Sidste frostMar 10

Første frostNov 15

Sæson250 dage

Høst90 dage

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When to Plant Vandmelon in Zone 9b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 10

Start Vandmelon seeds indoors around Feb 10 (4 uger før sidste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-12 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 24

Transplant Vandmelon seedlings outdoors after Mar 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 70F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 7

First harvest approximately Jun 7 (~75 dage from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15).

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