When should I plant Pointed Gourd in Zone 7b?

Start Pointed Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 13. Transplant outdoors after Apr 24. Expect first harvest around Jul 23.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Pointed Gourd in Zone 7b?

Yes. Pointed Gourd needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Pointed Gourd in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Pointed Gourd. Baridi ya mwisho: Apr 10. Baridi ya kwanza: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 13Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 siku)

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Baridi ya mwishoApr 10

Baridi ya kwanzaNov 7

Msimu211 siku

Mavuno75 siku

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When to Plant Pointed Gourd in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 13

Start Pointed Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 13 (4 wiki kabla ya baridi barafu ya mwisho). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 24

Transplant Pointed Gourd seedlings outdoors after Apr 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm nafasi). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 23

First harvest approximately Jul 23 (~90 siku from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

Pointed Gourd in Other Zones

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