When should I plant Krastavac, Boston Pickling in Zone 6a?

Start Krastavac, Boston Pickling seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Jul 1.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Krastavac, Boston Pickling in Zone 6a?

Yes. Krastavac, Boston Pickling needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🥒 Growing Krastavac, Boston Pickling in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Krastavac, Boston Pickling. Zadnji mraz: Apr 28. Prvi mraz: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dana) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 5x)

Zona6a

Zadnji mrazApr 28

Prvi mrazOct 8

Sezona163 dana

Berba55 dana

SuncePuno Sunce

When to Plant Krastavac, Boston Pickling in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Krastavac, Boston Pickling seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 tjedana prije zadnjeg mraza). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 3-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Krastavac, Boston Pickling seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 1

First harvest approximately Jul 1 (~50 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Jul 30

For a fall harvest, plant Krastavac, Boston Pickling around Jul 30 (10 weeks before first frost).

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