When to plant winter squash in zone 5
In USDA zone 5, the last spring frost usually falls between Apr 10 and May 10. Sow or plant winter squash around May 24 to Jun 23. Expect to harvest around Sep 17 to Oct 15.
Zone 5 dates for winter squash
| Sow or plant outside | May 24 to Jun 23 |
|---|---|
| Harvest | Sep 17 to Oct 15 |
| Typical last spring frost | Apr 10 to May 10 |
| Typical first fall frost | around Oct 15 |
USDA zones measure winter cold, not frost dates, so these are typical dates for the zone. Towns in the same zone can be weeks apart.
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