When to plant Winter Squash in Zone 13b
In Zone 13b, Winter Squash: direct sow outdoors around Jan 1–Jan 22. Expect to harvest around Apr 6–Apr 27.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Jan 1 – Jan 22 |
| Harvest | Apr 6 – Apr 27 |
Tip: Harvest when the rind is hard and can't be dented by a thumbnail, then cure for storage.
Zone 13b averages a last spring frost around Jan 1 and a first fall frost around Dec 31. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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