When should I plant Tikvica in Zone 10b?

Start Tikvica seeds indoors around Dec 31. Transplant outdoors after Feb 11. Expect first harvest around Mar 18.

What is the last frost date for Zone 10b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 10b is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Tikvica in Zone 10b?

Yes. Tikvica needs 50 days to harvest. Zone 10b has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 13 successions.

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🥒 Growing Tikvica in Zone 10b

Zone 10b has a year-round growing season. Tikvica can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Zadnji mraz: Jan 28. Prvi mraz: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

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Harvest

Dec 31Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 dana) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 13x)

Zona10b

Zadnji mrazJan 28

Prvi mrazDec 22

Sezona328 dana

Berba50 dana

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When to Plant Tikvica in Zone 10b

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 31

Start Tikvica seeds indoors around Dec 31 (4 tjedana prije zadnjeg mraza). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 11

Transplant Tikvica 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: Mar 18

First harvest approximately Mar 18 (~35 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).

Fall Planting: Oct 13

For a fall harvest, plant Tikvica around Oct 13 (10 weeks before first frost).

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