When should I plant Watermeloen in Zone 7b?

Start Watermeloen seeds indoors around Mar 13. Transplant outdoors after Apr 24. Expect first harvest around Jul 8.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Watermeloen in Zone 7b?

Yes. Watermeloen needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍉 Kweken van Watermeloen in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Watermeloen. Laatste vorst: Apr 10. Eerste vorst: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 13Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 dagen)

Zone7b

Laatste vorstApr 10

Eerste vorstNov 7

Seizoen211 dagen

Oogst90 dagen

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When to Plant Watermeloen in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 13

Start Watermeloen seeds indoors around Mar 13 (4 weken voor de laatste vorst). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-12 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 24

Transplant Watermeloen seedlings outdoors after Apr 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 70F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 8

First harvest approximately Jul 8 (~75 dagen from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

Begeleidende Beplanting

✅ Maïs✅ Oost-Indische Kersen✅ Goudsbloemen✅ Radijzen

❌ Aardappels❌ Komkommers

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