When should I plant Ivy Gourd in Zone 11a?

Start Ivy Gourd seeds indoors around Dec 31. Transplant outdoors after Feb 11. Expect first harvest around May 12.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Ivy Gourd in Zone 11a?

Yes. Ivy Gourd needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Ivy Gourd in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Ivy Gourd can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Baridi ya mwisho: Jan 28. Baridi ya kwanza: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 31Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 siku)

Eneo11a

Baridi ya mwishoJan 28

Baridi ya kwanzaDec 22

Msimu328 siku

Mavuno60 siku

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When to Plant Ivy Gourd in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 31

Start Ivy Gourd seeds indoors around Dec 31 (4 wiki kabla ya baridi barafu ya mwisho). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 11

Transplant Ivy Gourd seedlings outdoors after Feb 11. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm nafasi). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 12

First harvest approximately May 12 (~90 siku from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).

Ivy Gourd in Other Zones

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