When to plant summer squash / zucchini in Christchurch
Common questions
When can I sow summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Christchurch?
Direct-sow around late December (Dec 21–Jan 11) in Christchurch, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 44%.
When will summer squash / zucchini be ready to harvest in Christchurch?
Expect to harvest from around early February (Feb 4–Feb 19) in Christchurch, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 40%.
When should I start summer squash / zucchini seeds indoors in Christchurch?
Start seeds indoors around late October (Oct 24–Nov 14) in Christchurch, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 43%.
When can I transplant summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Christchurch?
Transplant outdoors around late December (Dec 21–Jan 11) in Christchurch, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 44%.
How long is the growing season in Christchurch?
Christchurch has roughly 211 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 Christchurch's frost dates.