When should I plant Krastavac in Zone 11a?

Start Krastavac seeds indoors around Dec 31. Transplant outdoors after Feb 11. Expect first harvest around Apr 2.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Krastavac in Zone 11a?

Yes. Krastavac needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 12 successions.

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🥒 Growing Krastavac in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Krastavac can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Zadnji mraz: Jan 28. Prvi mraz: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 31Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 dana) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 12x)

Zona11a

Zadnji mrazJan 28

Prvi mrazDec 22

Sezona328 dana

Berba60 dana

SuncePuno Sunce

When to Plant Krastavac in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 31

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

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 11

Transplant Krastavac seedlings outdoors after Feb 11. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 2

First harvest approximately Apr 2 (~50 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).

Fall Planting: Oct 13

For a fall harvest, plant Krastavac around Oct 13 (10 weeks before first frost).

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