When to plant summer squash / zucchini in Manchester
Common questions
When can I sow summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Manchester?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 8–Jun 29) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will summer squash / zucchini be ready to harvest in Manchester?
Expect to harvest from around late July (Jul 23–Aug 7) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start summer squash / zucchini seeds indoors in Manchester?
Start seeds indoors around early May (May 3–May 24) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Manchester?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 8–Jun 29) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
How long is the growing season in Manchester?
Manchester has roughly 161 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 Manchester's frost dates.