When should I plant Tekvica in Zone 6a?

Start Tekvica seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Aug 15.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Tekvica in Zone 6a?

Yes. Tekvica needs 100 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🎃 Growing Tekvica in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Tekvica. Posledný mráz: Apr 28. Prvý mráz: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dní)

Zóna6a

Posledný mrázApr 28

Prvý mrázOct 8

Sezóna163 dní

Úroda100 dní

SlnkoPlné Slnko

When to Plant Tekvica in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Tekvica seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 týždňov pred posledným mrazom). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Tekvica 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 15

First harvest approximately Aug 15 (~95 dní from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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