When to plant winter squash in zone 8
In USDA zone 8, the last spring frost usually falls between Feb 25 and Mar 25. Sow or plant winter squash around Apr 9 to May 9. Expect to harvest around Aug 3 to Sep 20.
Zone 8 dates for winter squash
| Sow or plant outside | Apr 9 to May 9 |
|---|---|
| Harvest | Aug 3 to Sep 20 |
| Typical last spring frost | Feb 25 to Mar 25 |
| Typical first fall frost | around Nov 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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