When should I plant Tekvica in Zone 12a?

Start Tekvica seeds indoors around Dec 4. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Mar 1.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12a is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Tekvica in Zone 12a?

Yes. Tekvica needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 12a has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 14 successions.

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🟡 Growing Tekvica in Zone 12a

Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. Tekvica can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Posledný mráz: Jan 1. Prvý mráz: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 dní) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 14x)

Zóna12a

Posledný mrázJan 1

Prvý mrázDec 31

Sezóna364 dní

Úroda55 dní

SlnkoPlné Slnko

When to Plant Tekvica in Zone 12a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 4

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

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Tekvica seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm rozostup). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 1

First harvest approximately Mar 1 (~45 dní from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Tekvica in Other Zones

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