When should I plant Snake Gourd in Zone 10a?

Start Snake Gourd seeds indoors around Jan 23. Transplant outdoors after Mar 6. Expect first harvest around Jun 4.

What is the last frost date for Zone 10a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 10a is Feb 20. The first fall frost averages Dec 1, giving a 284-day growing season.

Can I grow Snake Gourd in Zone 10a?

Yes. Snake Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 10a has a 284-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Snake Gourd in Zone 10a

Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. Snake Gourd can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Zadnji mraz: Feb 20. Prvi mraz: Dec 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 23Dec 1

Season: Feb 20 – Dec 1 (284 dana)

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Zadnji mrazFeb 20

Prvi mrazDec 1

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When to Plant Snake Gourd in Zone 10a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 23

Start Snake Gourd seeds indoors around Jan 23 (4 tjedana prije zadnjeg mraza). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 6

Transplant Snake Gourd seedlings outdoors after Mar 6. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 4

First harvest approximately Jun 4 (~90 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 1).

Snake Gourd in Other Zones

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