Italian Edible Gourd · Bottle Gourd
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Apr 20th |
| Last Frost | Apr 20th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | May 4th |
| Harvest Begins | Jun 23rd |
| Harvest Ends | Oct 20th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 65°F
and nights stay above 55°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 10 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.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 50 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Vine |
| Support Needed | Trellis |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 65 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 55 |
| Harden Off (days) | 10 |
Expert Note: For the best “like zucchini” Italian use, harvest while young (about zucchini-size) to keep texture tender and flavor mild.