When should I plant Snake Gourd in Zone 3a?

Start Snake Gourd seeds indoors around Apr 24. Transplant outdoors after Jun 5. Expect first harvest around Sep 3.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Snake Gourd in Zone 3a?

Yes. Snake Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Snake Gourd in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Snake Gourd early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Zadnja slana: May 22. Prva slana: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 24Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 dni)

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Zadnja slanaMay 22

Prva slanaSep 12

Sezona113 dni

Žetev55 dni

SoncePolno Sonce

When to Plant Snake Gourd in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 24

Start Snake Gourd seeds indoors around Apr 24 (4 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 5

Transplant Snake Gourd seedlings outdoors after Jun 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Sep 3

First harvest approximately Sep 3 (~90 dni from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

Snake Gourd in Other Zones

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