When should I plant Tekvica in Zone 5b?

Start Tekvica seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Jun 26.

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 Tekvica in Zone 5b?

Yes. Tekvica needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🟡 Growing Tekvica in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Tekvica 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) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 5x)

Zóna5b

Posledný mrázApr 28

Prvý mrázOct 8

Sezóna163 dní

Úroda55 dní

SlnkoPlné Slnko

When to Plant Tekvica in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Tekvica seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 týždňov pred posledným mrazom). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 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: Jun 26

First harvest approximately Jun 26 (~45 dní from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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