When should I plant Hairy Gourd in Zone 10a?

Start Hairy 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 Hairy Gourd in Zone 10a?

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

Growing Hairy Gourd in Zone 10a

Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. Hairy Gourd can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Τελευταίος παγετός: Feb 20. Πρώτος παγετός: Dec 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 23Dec 1

Season: Feb 20 – Dec 1 (284 ημέρες)

Ζώνη10a

Τελευταίος παγετόςFeb 20

Πρώτος παγετόςDec 1

Περίοδος284 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή55 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Hairy Gourd in Zone 10a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 23

Start Hairy Gourd seeds indoors around Jan 23 (4 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 6

Transplant Hairy Gourd seedlings outdoors after Mar 6. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/μ² (30cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 4

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

Hairy Gourd in Other Zones

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