When should I plant Ķirbis in Zone 12a?

Start Ķirbis seeds indoors around Dec 4. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Mar 1.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12a is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Ķirbis in Zone 12a?

Yes. Ķirbis needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 12a has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 14 successions.

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🟡 Growing Ķirbis in Zone 12a

Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. Ķirbis can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Pēdējais sals: Jan 1. Pirmais sals: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 dienas) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 14x)

Zona12a

Pēdējais salsJan 1

Pirmais salsDec 31

Sezona364 dienas

Raža55 dienas

SaulePilna Saule

When to Plant Ķirbis in Zone 12a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 4

Start Ķirbis seeds indoors around Dec 4 (4 nedēļas pirms pēdējās salnas). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Ķirbis seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm attālums). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 1

First harvest approximately Mar 1 (~45 dienas from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Ķirbis in Other Zones

1a 1b 2a 2b 3a 3b 4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9b 10a 10b 11a 11b 12a 12b 13a 13b

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