When should I plant Καρπούζι in Zone 5a?

Start Καρπούζι seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Jul 26.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Καρπούζι in Zone 5a?

Yes. Καρπούζι needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍉 Growing Καρπούζι in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Καρπούζι in this zone. Τελευταίος παγετός: Apr 28. Πρώτος παγετός: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 ημέρες)

Ζώνη5a

Τελευταίος παγετόςApr 28

Πρώτος παγετόςOct 8

Περίοδος163 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή90 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Καρπούζι in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Καρπούζι seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-12 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Καρπούζι seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 70F. Space plants at 1/μ² (30cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 26

First harvest approximately Jul 26 (~75 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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