When should I plant Bottle Gourd in Zone 2a?

Start Bottle Gourd seeds indoors around Apr 17. Transplant outdoors after May 29. Expect first harvest around Aug 27.

What is the last frost date for Zone 2a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 2a is May 15. The first fall frost averages Sep 15, giving a 123-day growing season.

Can I grow Bottle Gourd in Zone 2a?

Yes. Bottle Gourd needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 2a has a 123-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Bottle Gourd in Zone 2a

Zone 2a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Bottle Gourd early indoors to maximize your harvest window. כפור אחרון: May 15. כפור ראשון: Sep 15.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 17Sep 15

Season: May 15 – Sep 15 (123 ימים)

אזור2a

כפור אחרוןMay 15

כפור ראשוןSep 15

עונה123 ימים

קטיף60 ימים

שמששמש מלאה

When to Plant Bottle Gourd in Zone 2a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 17

Start Bottle Gourd seeds indoors around Apr 17 (4 שבועות לפני הכפור האחרון). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 29

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

Harvest: Aug 27

First harvest approximately Aug 27 (~90 ימים from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 15).

Bottle Gourd in Other Zones

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