When should I plant Καρπούζι in Zone 10a?

Start Καρπούζι seeds indoors around Jan 23. Transplant outdoors after Mar 6. Expect first harvest around May 20.

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 Καρπούζι in Zone 10a?

Yes. Καρπούζι needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 10a has a 284-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍉 Growing Καρπούζι in Zone 10a

Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. Καρπούζι 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

Συγκομιδή90 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Καρπούζι in Zone 10a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 23

Start Καρπούζι seeds indoors around Jan 23 (4 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-12 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 6

Transplant Καρπούζι seedlings outdoors after Mar 6. Wait until soil temperature reaches 70F. Space plants at 1/μ² (30cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 20

First harvest approximately May 20 (~75 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 1).

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