When should I plant Dưa hấu in Zone 11a?

Start Dưa hấu seeds indoors around 31 Th12. Transplant outdoors after 11 Th2. Expect first harvest around 27 Th4.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is 28 Th1. The first fall frost averages 22 Th12, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Dưa hấu in Zone 11a?

Yes. Dưa hấu needs 90 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍉 Growing Dưa hấu in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Dưa hấu can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Sương giá cuối: 28 Th1. Sương giá đầu: 22 Th12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

31 Th1222 Th12

Season: 28 Th1 – 22 Th12 (328 ngày)

Vùng11a

Sương giá cuối28 Th1

Sương giá đầu22 Th12

Mùa vụ328 ngày

Thu hoạch90 ngày

Ánh sángNắng hoàn toàn

When to Plant Dưa hấu in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: 31 Th12

Start Dưa hấu seeds indoors around 31 Th12 (4 tuần trước sương giá cuối). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-12 days.

Transplant Outdoors: 11 Th2

Transplant Dưa hấu seedlings outdoors after 11 Th2. Wait until soil temperature reaches 70F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm khoảng cách). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: 27 Th4

First harvest approximately 27 Th4 (~75 ngày from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (22 Th12).

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