When should I plant Kurkku, Marketmore 76 in Zone 5b?

Start Kurkku, Marketmore 76 seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Jul 1.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

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

Can I grow Kurkku, Marketmore 76 in Zone 5b?

Yes. Kurkku, Marketmore 76 needs 68 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 4 successions.

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🥒 Growing Kurkku, Marketmore 76 in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Kurkku, Marketmore 76 in this zone. Viimeinen halla: Apr 28. Ensimmäinen halla: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 päivää) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 4x)

Vyöhyke5b

Viimeinen hallaApr 28

Ensimmäinen hallaOct 8

Kausi163 päivää

Sato68 päivää

AurinkoTäysi Aurinko

When to Plant Kurkku, Marketmore 76 in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Kurkku, Marketmore 76 seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 viikkoa ennen viimeistä hallaa). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 3-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Kurkku, Marketmore 76 seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm välein). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 1

First harvest approximately Jul 1 (~50 päivää from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Jul 30

For a fall harvest, plant Kurkku, Marketmore 76 around Jul 30 (10 weeks before first frost).

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