When should I plant Pumpa in Zone 6b?

Start Pumpa seeds indoors around Mar 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 29. Expect first harvest around Aug 2.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Pumpa in Zone 6b?

Yes. Pumpa needs 100 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🎃 Growing Pumpa in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Pumpa. Sista frost: Apr 15. Första frost: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dagar)

Zon6b

Sista frostApr 15

Första frostOct 22

Säsong190 dagar

Skörd100 dagar

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Pumpa in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 18

Start Pumpa seeds indoors around Mar 18 (4 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 29

Transplant Pumpa seedlings outdoors after Apr 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm avstånd). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 2

First harvest approximately Aug 2 (~95 dagar from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

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