When should I plant Snake Gourd in Zone 7a?

Start Snake Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 29. Expect first harvest around Jul 28.

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 Snake Gourd in Zone 7a?

Yes. Snake Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 7a has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Kweken van Snake Gourd in Zone 7a

Zone 7a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Snake Gourd. Laatste vorst: Apr 15. Eerste vorst: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dagen)

Zone7a

Laatste vorstApr 15

Eerste vorstOct 22

Seizoen190 dagen

Oogst55 dagen

ZonVolle Zon

When to Plant Snake Gourd in Zone 7a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 18

Start Snake Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 18 (4 weken voor de laatste vorst). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 29

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

Harvest: Jul 28

First harvest approximately Jul 28 (~90 dagen from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

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