When to plant Winter Squash in Zone 2a
In Zone 2a, Winter Squash: direct sow outdoors around Jun 5–Jun 26. Expect to harvest around Sep 8–Sep 29.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Jun 5 – Jun 26 |
| Harvest | Sep 8 – Sep 29 |
Tip: Harvest when the rind is hard and can't be dented by a thumbnail, then cure for storage.
Zone 2a averages a last spring frost around Jun 5 and a first fall frost around Aug 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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