When should I plant Agurk in Zone 5a?

Start Agurk seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Jul 1.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Agurk in Zone 5a?

Yes. Agurk needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 4 successions.

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🥒 Growing Agurk in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Agurk in this zone. Siste frost: Apr 28. Første frost: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dager) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 4x)

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Siste frostApr 28

Første frostOct 8

Sesong163 dager

Høst60 dager

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Agurk in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Agurk seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 uker før siste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 3-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Agurk seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm avstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 1

First harvest approximately Jul 1 (~50 dager from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Jul 30

For a fall harvest, plant Agurk around Jul 30 (10 weeks before first frost).

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