When should I plant Καρπούζι in Zone 3a?

Start Καρπούζι seeds indoors around Apr 24. Transplant outdoors after Jun 5. Expect first harvest around Aug 19.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Καρπούζι in Zone 3a?

Yes. Καρπούζι needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍉 Growing Καρπούζι in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Καρπούζι early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Τελευταίος παγετός: May 22. Πρώτος παγετός: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 24Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 ημέρες)

Ζώνη3a

Τελευταίος παγετόςMay 22

Πρώτος παγετόςSep 12

Περίοδος113 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή90 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Καρπούζι in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 24

Start Καρπούζι seeds indoors around Apr 24 (4 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-12 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 5

Transplant Καρπούζι seedlings outdoors after Jun 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 70F. Space plants at 1/μ² (30cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 19

First harvest approximately Aug 19 (~75 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

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