When should I plant Kalabasa in Zone 6a?

Start Kalabasa seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Hun 26.

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 Kalabasa in Zone 6a?

Yes. Kalabasa needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🟡 Growing Kalabasa in Zone 6a

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

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Okt 8

Season: Abr 28 – Okt 8 (163 araw) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 5x)

Zone6a

Huling frostAbr 28

Unang frostOkt 8

Season163 araw

Ani55 araw

ArawBuong Araw

When to Plant Kalabasa in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Kalabasa seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 linggo bago ang huling hamog). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Kalabasa seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm pagitan). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Hun 26

First harvest approximately Hun 26 (~45 araw from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Okt 8).

Kalabasa in Other Zones

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