When should I plant Ridge Gourd in Zone 12b?

Start Ridge Gourd seeds indoors around Dec 4. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Apr 15.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12b is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Ridge Gourd in Zone 12b?

Yes. Ridge Gourd needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 12b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Ridge Gourd in Zone 12b

Zone 12b has a year-round growing season. Ridge Gourd can be planted almost any time with proper planning. น้ำค้างแข็งครั้งสุดท้าย: Jan 1. น้ำค้างแข็งครั้งแรก: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 วัน)

โซน12b

น้ำค้างแข็งครั้งสุดท้ายJan 1

น้ำค้างแข็งครั้งแรกDec 31

ฤดูกาล364 วัน

เก็บเกี่ยว55 วัน

แสงแดดแดดเต็มที่

When to Plant Ridge Gourd in Zone 12b

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 4

Start Ridge Gourd seeds indoors around Dec 4 (4 สัปดาห์ก่อนน้ำค้างแข็งครั้งสุดท้าย). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Ridge Gourd seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/ตร.ม. (30cm ห่างกัน). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 15

First harvest approximately Apr 15 (~90 วัน from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Ridge Gourd in Other Zones

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