When should I plant Tekvica in Zone 1a?

Start Tekvica seeds indoors around Apr 27. Transplant outdoors after Jun 8. Expect first harvest around Jul 23.

What is the last frost date for Zone 1a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 1a is May 25. The first fall frost averages Aug 28, giving a 95-day growing season.

Can I grow Tekvica in Zone 1a?

Yes. Tekvica needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 1a has a 95-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 1 successions.

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🟡 Growing Tekvica in Zone 1a

Zone 1a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Tekvica early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Posledný mráz: May 25. Prvý mráz: Aug 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 27Aug 28

Season: May 25 – Aug 28 (95 dní) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 1x)

Zóna1a

Posledný mrázMay 25

Prvý mrázAug 28

Sezóna95 dní

Úroda55 dní

SlnkoPlné Slnko

When to Plant Tekvica in Zone 1a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 27

Start Tekvica seeds indoors around Apr 27 (4 týždňov pred posledným mrazom). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 8

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

Harvest: Jul 23

First harvest approximately Jul 23 (~45 dní from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28).

Tekvica in Other Zones

1a 1b 2a 2b 3a 3b 4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9b 10a 10b 11a 11b 12a 12b 13a 13b

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