When should I plant Snake Gourd in Zone 11a?

Start Snake 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 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 Snake Gourd in Zone 11a?

Yes. Snake Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Snake Gourd in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Snake Gourd 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)

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Zadnji mrazJan 28

Prvi mrazDec 22

Sezona328 dana

Berba55 dana

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When to Plant Snake Gourd in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 31

Start Snake Gourd seeds indoors around Dec 31 (4 tjedana prije zadnjeg mraza). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 11

Transplant Snake Gourd seedlings outdoors after Feb 11. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 12

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

Snake Gourd in Other Zones

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