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🥒 Growing Dovlecel in Zone 1b

Zone 1b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Dovlecel early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Ultimul îngheț: May 25. Primul îngheț: Aug 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor
Outdoor
Harvest
Apr 27Aug 28

Season: May 25 – Aug 28 (95 zile) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 2x)

Zona1b
Ultimul înghețMay 25
Primul înghețAug 28
Sezon95 zile
Recoltă50 zile
SoareSoare Plin

When to Plant Dovlecel in Zone 1b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 27

Start Dovlecel seeds indoors around Apr 27 (4 săptămâni înainte de ultimul îngheț). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 8

Transplant Dovlecel seedlings outdoors after Jun 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm distanță). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 13

First harvest approximately Jul 13 (~35 zile from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28).

Fall Planting: Jun 19

For a fall harvest, plant Dovlecel around Jun 19 (10 weeks before first frost).

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