When to plant summer squash / zucchini in Canberra
Common questions
When can I sow summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Canberra?
Direct-sow around late October (Oct 27–Nov 17) in Canberra, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 82%.
When will summer squash / zucchini be ready to harvest in Canberra?
Expect to harvest from around mid December (Dec 11–Dec 26) in Canberra, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 74%.
When should I start summer squash / zucchini seeds indoors in Canberra?
Start seeds indoors around early October (Oct 6–Oct 27) in Canberra, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When can I transplant summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Canberra?
Transplant outdoors around late October (Oct 27–Nov 17) in Canberra, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 82%.
How long is the growing season in Canberra?
Canberra has roughly 182 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow summer squash / zucchini to maturity outdoors.
Sow summer squash / zucchini 6–8 weeks before your last spring frost; plant out 2–3 weeks after it. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and Canberra's frost dates.