When to plant summer squash / zucchini in Canberra
Common questions
When can I sow summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Canberra?
Direct-sow around late November (Nov 23–Dec 14) in Canberra, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will summer squash / zucchini be ready to harvest in Canberra?
Expect to harvest from around early January (Jan 7–Jan 22) in Canberra, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start summer squash / zucchini seeds indoors in Canberra?
Start seeds indoors around late October (Oct 27–Nov 17) in Canberra, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Canberra?
Transplant outdoors around late November (Nov 23–Dec 14) in Canberra, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Canberra?
Canberra has roughly 204 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.