When to plant summer squash / zucchini in Wellington
Common questions
When can I sow summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Wellington?
Direct-sow around mid December (Dec 15–Jan 5) in Wellington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 48%.
When will summer squash / zucchini be ready to harvest in Wellington?
Expect to harvest from around late January (Jan 29–Feb 13) in Wellington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 45%.
When should I start summer squash / zucchini seeds indoors in Wellington?
Start seeds indoors around mid October (Oct 15–Nov 5) in Wellington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 48%.
When can I transplant summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Wellington?
Transplant outdoors around mid December (Dec 15–Jan 5) in Wellington, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 48%.
How long is the growing season in Wellington?
Wellington has roughly 256 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 Wellington's frost dates.