When should I plant Lubenica in Zone 5b?

Start Lubenica seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Jul 26.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5b is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Lubenica in Zone 5b?

Yes. Lubenica needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍉 Growing Lubenica in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Lubenica in this zone. Zadnji mraz: Apr 28. Prvi mraz: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dana)

Zona5b

Zadnji mrazApr 28

Prvi mrazOct 8

Sezona163 dana

Berba90 dana

SuncePuno Sunce

When to Plant Lubenica in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Lubenica seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 tjedana prije zadnjeg mraza). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-12 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Lubenica seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 70F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 26

First harvest approximately Jul 26 (~75 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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