When should I plant Castravete, Painted Serpent in Zone 12b?

Start Castravete, Painted Serpent seeds indoors around Dec 4. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Mar 6.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12b is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Castravete, Painted Serpent in Zone 12b?

Yes. Castravete, Painted Serpent needs 65 days to harvest. Zone 12b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 14 successions.

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🥒 Growing Castravete, Painted Serpent in Zone 12b

Zone 12b has a year-round growing season. Castravete, Painted Serpent can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Ultimul îngheț: Jan 1. Primul îngheț: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 zile) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 14x)

Zona12b

Ultimul înghețJan 1

Primul înghețDec 31

Sezon364 zile

Recoltă65 zile

SoareSoare Plin

When to Plant Castravete, Painted Serpent in Zone 12b

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 4

Start Castravete, Painted Serpent seeds indoors around Dec 4 (4 săptămâni înainte de ultimul îngheț). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 3-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Castravete, Painted Serpent seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm distanță). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 6

First harvest approximately Mar 6 (~50 zile from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Fall Planting: Oct 22

For a fall harvest, plant Castravete, Painted Serpent around Oct 22 (10 weeks before first frost).

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