When should I plant Tikvica in Zone 7a?

Start Tikvica seeds indoors around Mar 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 29. Expect first harvest around Jun 3.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7a is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Tikvica in Zone 7a?

Yes. Tikvica needs 50 days to harvest. Zone 7a has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 6 successions.

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🥒 Growing Tikvica in Zone 7a

Zone 7a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Tikvica. Zadnji mraz: Apr 15. Prvi mraz: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dana) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 6x)

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Zadnji mrazApr 15

Prvi mrazOct 22

Sezona190 dana

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When to Plant Tikvica in Zone 7a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 18

Start Tikvica seeds indoors around Mar 18 (4 tjedana prije zadnjeg mraza). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 29

Transplant Tikvica seedlings outdoors after Apr 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 3

First harvest approximately Jun 3 (~35 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

Fall Planting: Aug 13

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

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