When should I plant Ash Gourd in Zone 6b?

Start Ash Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 18. Transplant outdoors after Abr 29. Expect first harvest around Hul 28.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

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

Can I grow Ash Gourd in Zone 6b?

Yes. Ash Gourd needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Ash Gourd in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Ash Gourd. Huling frost: Abr 15. Unang frost: Okt 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 18Okt 22

Season: Abr 15 – Okt 22 (190 araw)

Zone6b

Huling frostAbr 15

Unang frostOkt 22

Season190 araw

Ani75 araw

ArawBuong Araw

When to Plant Ash Gourd in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 18

Start Ash Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 18 (4 linggo bago ang huling hamog). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Abr 29

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

Harvest: Hul 28

First harvest approximately Hul 28 (~90 araw from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Okt 22).

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