When should I plant Dovleac in Zone 8b?

Start Dovleac 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 Dovleac in Zone 8b?

Yes. Dovleac 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 Dovleac in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Dovleac. Ultimul îngheț: Mar 22. Primul îngheț: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 22Nov 10

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

Zona8b

Ultimul înghețMar 22

Primul înghețNov 10

Sezon233 zile

Recoltă55 zile

SoareSoare Plin

When to Plant Dovleac in Zone 8b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 22

Start Dovleac seeds indoors around Feb 22 (4 săptămâni înainte de ultimul îngheț). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 5

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

Harvest: May 20

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

Dovleac in Other Zones

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