When to plant bitter melon in District of Columbia
District of Columbia spans USDA zone 8a, so the right time to plant bitter melon shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about April 12 in Washington to April 12 in Washington — below are local dates for 1 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Transplant out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 8a | March 29 | November 8 | April 12 – April 19 |
Bitter Melon in District of Columbia: FAQ
When can I plant bitter melon in District of Columbia?
Across District of Columbia, the time to transplant bitter melon spans roughly April 12 in Washington to April 12 in Washington, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the bitter melon planting date vary across District of Columbia?
Yes. District of Columbia publishes 1 cities with their own frost dates, so the right bitter melon planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does bitter melon take to grow in District of Columbia?
Bitter Melon takes about 55–70 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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