When should I plant Ash Gourd in Zone 7a?

Start Ash 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 Ash Gourd in Zone 7a?

Yes. Ash Gourd needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 7a has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Ash Gourd in Zone 7a

Zone 7a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Ash Gourd. כפור אחרון: Apr 15. כפור ראשון: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 ימים)

אזור7a

כפור אחרוןApr 15

כפור ראשוןOct 22

עונה190 ימים

קטיף75 ימים

שמששמש מלאה

When to Plant Ash Gourd in Zone 7a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 18

Start Ash Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 18 (4 שבועות לפני הכפור האחרון). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 29

Transplant Ash Gourd seedlings outdoors after Apr 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/מ² (30cm מרווח). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 28

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

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