When should I plant Ash Gourd in Zone 7b?

Start Ash Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 13. Transplant outdoors after Apr 24. Expect first harvest around Jul 23.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Ash Gourd in Zone 7b?

Yes. Ash Gourd needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Ash Gourd in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Ash Gourd. Viimane öökülm: Apr 10. Esimene öökülm: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 13Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 päeva)

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Viimane öökülmApr 10

Esimene öökülmNov 7

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When to Plant Ash Gourd in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 13

Start Ash Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 13 (4 nädalat enne viimast külma). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 24

Transplant Ash Gourd seedlings outdoors after Apr 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm vahekaugus). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 23

First harvest approximately Jul 23 (~90 päeva from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

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