When should I plant Kurpitsa in Zone 5b?

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

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 Kurpitsa in Zone 5b?

Yes. Kurpitsa needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🟡 Growing Kurpitsa in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Kurpitsa 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 5x)

Vyöhyke5b

Viimeinen hallaApr 28

Ensimmäinen hallaOct 8

Kausi163 päivää

Sato55 päivää

AurinkoTäysi Aurinko

When to Plant Kurpitsa in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

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

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Kurpitsa seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm välein). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 26

First harvest approximately Jun 26 (~45 päivää from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Kurpitsa in Other Zones

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