When should I plant Tikva in Zone 12a?

Start Tikva seeds indoors around Dec 4. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Mar 1.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12a is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Tikva in Zone 12a?

Yes. Tikva needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 12a has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 14 successions.

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🟡 Growing Tikva in Zone 12a

Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. Tikva can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Zadnji mraz: Jan 1. Prvi mraz: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 dana) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 14x)

Zona12a

Zadnji mrazJan 1

Prvi mrazDec 31

Sezona364 dana

Berba55 dana

SuncePuno Sunce

When to Plant Tikva in Zone 12a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 4

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

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Tikva seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 1

First harvest approximately Mar 1 (~45 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Tikva in Other Zones

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