When should I plant Καρπούζι in Zone 6b?

Start Καρπούζι seeds indoors around Mar 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 29. Expect first harvest around Jul 13.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Καρπούζι in Zone 6b?

Yes. Καρπούζι needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍉 Growing Καρπούζι in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Καρπούζι. Τελευταίος παγετός: Apr 15. Πρώτος παγετός: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 ημέρες)

Ζώνη6b

Τελευταίος παγετόςApr 15

Πρώτος παγετόςOct 22

Περίοδος190 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή90 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Καρπούζι in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 18

Start Καρπούζι seeds indoors around Mar 18 (4 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-12 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 29

Transplant Καρπούζι seedlings outdoors after Apr 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 70F. Space plants at 1/μ² (30cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 13

First harvest approximately Jul 13 (~75 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

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