When should I plant Vesimeloni in Zone 8b?

Start Vesimeloni seeds indoors around Feb 22. Transplant outdoors after Apr 5. Expect first harvest around Jun 19.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Vesimeloni in Zone 8b?

Yes. Vesimeloni needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍉 Growing Vesimeloni in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Vesimeloni. Viimeinen halla: Mar 22. Ensimmäinen halla: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 22Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 päivää)

Vyöhyke8b

Viimeinen hallaMar 22

Ensimmäinen hallaNov 10

Kausi233 päivää

Sato90 päivää

AurinkoTäysi Aurinko

When to Plant Vesimeloni in Zone 8b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 22

Start Vesimeloni seeds indoors around Feb 22 (4 viikkoa ennen viimeistä hallaa). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-12 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 5

Transplant Vesimeloni seedlings outdoors after Apr 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 70F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm välein). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 19

First harvest approximately Jun 19 (~75 päivää from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10).

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