When to plant summer squash / zucchini in Edinburgh
Common questions
When can I sow summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Edinburgh?
Direct-sow around late July (Jul 27–Aug 17) in Edinburgh, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will summer squash / zucchini be ready to harvest in Edinburgh?
Expect to harvest from around early September (Sep 10–Sep 25) in Edinburgh, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start summer squash / zucchini seeds indoors in Edinburgh?
Start seeds indoors around late April (Apr 26–May 17) in Edinburgh, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Edinburgh?
Transplant outdoors around late July (Jul 27–Aug 17) in Edinburgh, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh has roughly 201 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 Edinburgh's frost dates.