When should I plant Ridge Gourd in Zone 3a?

Start Ridge Gourd seeds indoors around Apr 24. Transplant outdoors after Jun 5. Expect first harvest around Sep 3.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Ridge Gourd in Zone 3a?

Yes. Ridge Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Ridge Gourd in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Ridge Gourd early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Fros terakhir: May 22. Fros pertama: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 24Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 hari)

Zon3a

Fros terakhirMay 22

Fros pertamaSep 12

Musim113 hari

Tuaian55 hari

MatahariMatahari Penuh

When to Plant Ridge Gourd in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 24

Start Ridge Gourd seeds indoors around Apr 24 (4 minggu sebelum fros terakhir). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 5

Transplant Ridge Gourd seedlings outdoors after Jun 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm jarak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Sep 3

First harvest approximately Sep 3 (~90 hari from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

Ridge Gourd 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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