When should I plant Hairy Gourd in Zone 10b?

Start Hairy Gourd seeds indoors around Dec 31. Transplant outdoors after Feb 11. Expect first harvest around May 12.

What is the last frost date for Zone 10b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 10b is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Hairy Gourd in Zone 10b?

Yes. Hairy Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 10b has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Hairy Gourd in Zone 10b

Zone 10b has a year-round growing season. Hairy Gourd can be planted almost any time with proper planning. כפור אחרון: Jan 28. כפור ראשון: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 31Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 ימים)

אזור10b

כפור אחרוןJan 28

כפור ראשוןDec 22

עונה328 ימים

קטיף55 ימים

שמששמש מלאה

When to Plant Hairy Gourd in Zone 10b

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 31

Start Hairy Gourd seeds indoors around Dec 31 (4 שבועות לפני הכפור האחרון). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 11

Transplant Hairy Gourd seedlings outdoors after Feb 11. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/מ² (30cm מרווח). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 12

First harvest approximately May 12 (~90 ימים from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).

Hairy Gourd in Other Zones

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