Plant Squash (winter) in Zone 4a
Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 4a
Start indoors
Apr 19
Transplant
May 24
Direct sow
May 24
Harvest (~95d)
Aug 27
In Zone 4a, the average last spring frost is around May. Squash (winter) is a tender crop, so give it a head start indoors about 3 weeks before that, then move it out after frost danger passes.
Last spring frost
May 10
First fall frost
Sep 22
Growing season
135 days
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start squash (winter) in Zone 4a?
Start squash (winter) seeds indoors around Apr 19 (Zone 4a).
Can I direct sow squash (winter) in Zone 4a?
Yes, direct sow around May 24.