When should I plant Bitter Gourd in Zone 12b?

Start Bitter Gourd seeds indoors around Dec 4. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Apr 15.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12b?

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

Can I grow Bitter Gourd in Zone 12b?

Yes. Bitter Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 12b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Bitter Gourd in Zone 12b

Zone 12b has a year-round growing season. Bitter Gourd can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Zadnja slana: Jan 1. Prva slana: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 dni)

Cona12b

Zadnja slanaJan 1

Prva slanaDec 31

Sezona364 dni

Žetev55 dni

SoncePolno Sonce

When to Plant Bitter Gourd in Zone 12b

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 4

Start Bitter Gourd seeds indoors around Dec 4 (4 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Bitter Gourd seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 15

First harvest approximately Apr 15 (~90 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Bitter Gourd in Other Zones

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