When should I plant Pointed Gourd in Zone 6a?

Start Pointed Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Ago 10.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Abr 28. The first fall frost averages Okt 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Pointed Gourd in Zone 6a?

Yes. Pointed Gourd needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Pointed Gourd in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Pointed Gourd. Huling frost: Abr 28. Unang frost: Okt 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Okt 8

Season: Abr 28 – Okt 8 (163 araw)

Zone6a

Huling frostAbr 28

Unang frostOkt 8

Season163 araw

Ani75 araw

ArawBuong Araw

When to Plant Pointed Gourd in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Pointed Gourd seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 linggo bago ang huling hamog). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Pointed Gourd seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm pagitan). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Ago 10

First harvest approximately Ago 10 (~90 araw from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Okt 8).

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