When should I plant Courgette in Zone 1b?

Start Courgette seeds indoors around Apr 27. Transplant outdoors after Jun 8. Expect first harvest around Jul 13.

What is the last frost date for Zone 1b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 1b is May 25. The first fall frost averages Aug 28, giving a 95-day growing season.

Can I grow Courgette in Zone 1b?

Yes. Courgette needs 50 days to harvest. Zone 1b has a 95-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 2 successions.

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🥒 Kweken van Courgette in Zone 1b

Zone 1b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Courgette early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Laatste vorst: May 25. Eerste vorst: Aug 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 27Aug 28

Season: May 25 – Aug 28 (95 dagen) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 2x)

Zone1b

Laatste vorstMay 25

Eerste vorstAug 28

Seizoen95 dagen

Oogst50 dagen

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When to Plant Courgette in Zone 1b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 27

Start Courgette seeds indoors around Apr 27 (4 weken voor de laatste vorst). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 8

Transplant Courgette seedlings outdoors after Jun 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 13

First harvest approximately Jul 13 (~35 dagen from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28).

Fall Planting: Jun 19

For a fall harvest, plant Courgette around Jun 19 (10 weeks before first frost).

Begeleidende Beplanting

✅ Maïs✅ Bonen✅ Oost-Indische Kersen✅ Phacelia

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Courgette in Andere Zones

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