When should I plant Labu in Zone 6b?

Start Labu seeds indoors around Mar 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 29. Expect first harvest around Jun 13.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Labu in Zone 6b?

Yes. Labu needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 6 successions.

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🟡 Growing Labu in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Labu. Fros terakhir: Apr 15. Fros pertama: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 18Oct 22

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

Zon6b

Fros terakhirApr 15

Fros pertamaOct 22

Musim190 hari

Tuaian55 hari

MatahariMatahari Penuh

When to Plant Labu in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 18

Start Labu seeds indoors around Mar 18 (4 minggu sebelum fros terakhir). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 29

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

Harvest: Jun 13

First harvest approximately Jun 13 (~45 hari from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

Labu in Other Zones

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