When should I plant Squash in Zone 7b?

Start Squash seeds indoors around Mar 13. Transplant outdoors after Apr 24. Expect first harvest around Jun 8.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Squash in Zone 7b?

Yes. Squash needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 7 successions.

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🟡 Growing Squash in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Squash. Sista frost: Apr 10. Första frost: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 13Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 dagar) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 7x)

Zon7b

Sista frostApr 10

Första frostNov 7

Säsong211 dagar

Skörd55 dagar

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Squash in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 13

Start Squash seeds indoors around Mar 13 (4 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 24

Transplant Squash seedlings outdoors after Apr 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm avstånd). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 8

First harvest approximately Jun 8 (~45 dagar from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

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