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Dinosaur Gourd · Gourd

Zone 12b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Dinosaur Gourd to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsJan 1st
Last FrostJan 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJan 15th
Harvest BeginsMay 5th
Harvest EndsDec 31st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 12 days first.
Direct sow preferred — this crop has sensitive roots and does not transplant well. If starting indoors, use biodegradable pots and disturb roots as little as possible when moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity110
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitVine
Support NeededTrellis
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)12
Expert Note: For thick-shelled bottle/gourd types, soak seeds 8–12 hours and transplant only after soil is truly warm and nights stay mild to prevent stalling.