When to plant winter squash in zone 7
In USDA zone 7, the last spring frost usually falls between Apr 1 and Apr 20. Sow or plant winter squash around May 10 to Jun 9. Expect to harvest around Sep 3 to Oct 15.
Zone 7 dates for winter squash
| Sow or plant outside | May 10 to Jun 9 |
|---|---|
| Harvest | Sep 3 to Oct 15 |
| Typical last spring frost | Apr 1 to Apr 20 |
| 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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