When should I plant Pointed Gourd in Zone 3a?

Start Pointed 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 Pointed Gourd in Zone 3a?

Yes. Pointed Gourd needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Pointed Gourd in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Pointed Gourd early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Poslednji mraz: May 22. Prvi mraz: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 24Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 дана)

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Poslednji mrazMay 22

Prvi mrazSep 12

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Žetva75 дана

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When to Plant Pointed Gourd in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 24

Start Pointed Gourd seeds indoors around Apr 24 (4 недеља пре последњег мраза). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 5

Transplant Pointed Gourd seedlings outdoors after Jun 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/м² (15-20cm размак). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Sep 3

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

Pointed Gourd in Other Zones

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