June is fine mate, this contest is more relaxed by design,... OD growing is a real venture, so we are flexible; you can start any time, it's the finish date that's most important (wiggle room there too if warranted!)... late May-June is fine, that's when mine get started. I grow in smaller pots, 10gal, so I need to shorten the veg' time to keep them proportionate....
You can grow some juicy mama's in 7-10gal just fine!
Check out this girl from 2 seasons, Outdoor Grapefruit (Female)
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