When should I plant Tembikai in Zone 12b?

Start Tembikai seeds indoors around Dec 4. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Mar 31.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12b?

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

Can I grow Tembikai in Zone 12b?

Yes. Tembikai needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 12b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍉 Growing Tembikai in Zone 12b

Zone 12b has a year-round growing season. Tembikai can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Fros terakhir: Jan 1. Fros pertama: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 hari)

Zon12b

Fros terakhirJan 1

Fros pertamaDec 31

Musim364 hari

Tuaian90 hari

MatahariMatahari Penuh

When to Plant Tembikai in Zone 12b

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 4

Start Tembikai seeds indoors around Dec 4 (4 minggu sebelum fros terakhir). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-12 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Tembikai seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 70F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm jarak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 31

First harvest approximately Mar 31 (~75 hari from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

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