When should I plant Castravete, Painted Serpent in Zone 4a?

Start Castravete, Painted Serpent seeds indoors around Apr 7. Transplant outdoors after May 19. Expect first harvest around Jul 8.

What is the last frost date for Zone 4a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 4a is May 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 1, giving a 149-day growing season.

Can I grow Castravete, Painted Serpent in Zone 4a?

Yes. Castravete, Painted Serpent needs 65 days to harvest. Zone 4a has a 149-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 4 successions.

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🥒 Growing Castravete, Painted Serpent in Zone 4a

Zone 4a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Castravete, Painted Serpent in this zone. Ultimul îngheț: May 5. Primul îngheț: Oct 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 7Oct 1

Season: May 5 – Oct 1 (149 zile) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 4x)

Zona4a

Ultimul înghețMay 5

Primul înghețOct 1

Sezon149 zile

Recoltă65 zile

SoareSoare Plin

When to Plant Castravete, Painted Serpent in Zone 4a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 7

Start Castravete, Painted Serpent seeds indoors around Apr 7 (4 săptămâni înainte de ultimul îngheț). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 3-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 19

Transplant Castravete, Painted Serpent seedlings outdoors after May 19. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm distanță). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 8

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

Fall Planting: Jul 23

For a fall harvest, plant Castravete, Painted Serpent around Jul 23 (10 weeks before first frost).

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