When should I plant Pointed Gourd in Zone 5a?

Start Pointed Gourd seeds indoors around 3月31日. Transplant outdoors after 5月12日. Expect first harvest around 8月10日.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5a is 4月28日. The first fall frost averages 10月8日, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Pointed Gourd in Zone 5a?

Yes. Pointed Gourd needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

种植 Pointed Gourd 区域 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Pointed Gourd in this zone. 末次霜冻: 4月28日. 初次霜冻: 10月8日.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

3月31日10月8日

Season: 4月28日 – 10月8日 (163 天)

区域5a

末次霜冻4月28日

初次霜冻10月8日

生长季163 天

收获75 天

日照全日照

When to Plant Pointed Gourd in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: 3月31日

Start Pointed Gourd seeds indoors around 3月31日 (4 周(最后霜冻前)). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: 5月12日

Transplant Pointed Gourd seedlings outdoors after 5月12日. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 2/m² (15-20cm 间距). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: 8月10日

First harvest approximately 8月10日 (~90 天 from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (10月8日).

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