When should I plant Dovleac in Zone 9b?

Start Dovleac seeds indoors around Feb 10. Transplant outdoors after Mar 24. Expect first harvest around May 8.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9b is Mar 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 15, giving a 250-day growing season.

Can I grow Dovleac in Zone 9b?

Yes. Dovleac needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 9 successions.

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🟡 Growing Dovleac in Zone 9b

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Dovleac. Ultimul îngheț: Mar 10. Primul îngheț: Nov 15.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 10Nov 15

Season: Mar 10 – Nov 15 (250 zile) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 9x)

Zona9b

Ultimul înghețMar 10

Primul înghețNov 15

Sezon250 zile

Recoltă55 zile

SoareSoare Plin

When to Plant Dovleac in Zone 9b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 10

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

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 24

Transplant Dovleac seedlings outdoors after Mar 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm distanță). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 8

First harvest approximately May 8 (~45 zile from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15).

Dovleac in Other Zones

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