When should I plant Hairy Gourd in Zone 5b?

Start Hairy Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Aug 10.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5b is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Hairy Gourd in Zone 5b?

Yes. Hairy Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Hairy Gourd in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Hairy Gourd in this zone. Posledný mráz: Apr 28. Prvý mráz: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dní)

Zóna5b

Posledný mrázApr 28

Prvý mrázOct 8

Sezóna163 dní

Úroda55 dní

SlnkoPlné Slnko

When to Plant Hairy Gourd in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Hairy Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 týždňov pred posledným mrazom). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Hairy Gourd seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm rozostup). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 10

First harvest approximately Aug 10 (~90 dní from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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