When should I plant Lubenica in Zone 4a?

Start Lubenica seeds indoors around Apr 7. Transplant outdoors after May 19. Expect first harvest around Aug 2.

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 Lubenica in Zone 4a?

Yes. Lubenica needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 4a has a 149-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍉 Growing Lubenica in Zone 4a

Zone 4a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Lubenica 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)

Zona4a

Zadnji mrazMay 5

Prvi mrazOct 1

Sezona149 dana

Berba90 dana

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When to Plant Lubenica in Zone 4a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 7

Start Lubenica seeds indoors around Apr 7 (4 tjedana prije zadnjeg mraza). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-12 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 19

Transplant Lubenica seedlings outdoors after May 19. Wait until soil temperature reaches 70F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 2

First harvest approximately Aug 2 (~75 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 1).

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