When should I plant Tikva in Zone 4a?

Start Tikva seeds indoors around Apr 7. Transplant outdoors after May 19. Expect first harvest around Jul 3.

What is the last frost date for Zone 4a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 4a is May 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 1, giving a 149-day growing season.

Can I grow Tikva in Zone 4a?

Yes. Tikva needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 4a has a 149-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 4 successions.

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🟡 Growing Tikva in Zone 4a

Zone 4a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Tikva in this zone. Zadnji mraz: May 5. Prvi mraz: Oct 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 7Oct 1

Season: May 5 – Oct 1 (149 dana) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 4x)

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Zadnji mrazMay 5

Prvi mrazOct 1

Sezona149 dana

Berba55 dana

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When to Plant Tikva in Zone 4a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 7

Start Tikva seeds indoors around Apr 7 (4 tjedana prije zadnjeg mraza). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 19

Transplant Tikva seedlings outdoors after May 19. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 3

First harvest approximately Jul 3 (~45 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 1).

Tikva in Other Zones

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