When should I plant Bitter Gourd in Zone 7a?

Start Bitter Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 29. Expect first harvest around Jul 28.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7a is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Bitter Gourd in Zone 7a?

Yes. Bitter Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 7a has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Bitter Gourd in Zone 7a

Zone 7a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Bitter Gourd. Viimane öökülm: Apr 15. Esimene öökülm: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 päeva)

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Viimane öökülmApr 15

Esimene öökülmOct 22

Hooaeg190 päeva

Saak55 päeva

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When to Plant Bitter Gourd in Zone 7a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 18

Start Bitter Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 18 (4 nädalat enne viimast külma). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 29

Transplant Bitter Gourd seedlings outdoors after Apr 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm vahekaugus). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 28

First harvest approximately Jul 28 (~90 päeva from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

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