When should I plant Castravete, Painted Serpent in Zone 5a?

Start Castravete, Painted Serpent 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 Castravete, Painted Serpent in Zone 5a?

Yes. Castravete, Painted Serpent needs 65 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 Castravete, Painted Serpent in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Castravete, Painted Serpent in this zone. Ultimul îngheț: Apr 28. Primul îngheț: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Oct 8

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

Zona5a

Ultimul înghețApr 28

Primul înghețOct 8

Sezon163 zile

Recoltă65 zile

SoareSoare Plin

When to Plant Castravete, Painted Serpent in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Castravete, Painted Serpent seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 săptămâni înainte de ultimul îngheț). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 3-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Castravete, Painted Serpent seedlings outdoors after May 12. 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 1

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

Fall Planting: Jul 30

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

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