When should I plant Gresskar in Zone 8b?

Start Gresskar seeds indoors around Feb 22. Transplant outdoors after Apr 5. Expect first harvest around May 20.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Gresskar in Zone 8b?

Yes. Gresskar needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 8 successions.

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🟡 Growing Gresskar in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Gresskar. Siste frost: Mar 22. Første frost: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 22Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 dager) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 8x)

Sone8b

Siste frostMar 22

Første frostNov 10

Sesong233 dager

Høst55 dager

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Gresskar in Zone 8b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 22

Start Gresskar seeds indoors around Feb 22 (4 uker før siste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 5

Transplant Gresskar seedlings outdoors after Apr 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm avstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 20

First harvest approximately May 20 (~45 dager from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10).

Gresskar in Other Zones

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