When to plant summer squash / zucchini in Minneapolis
Common questions
When can I sow summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Minneapolis?
Direct-sow around late May (May 27–Jun 17) in Minneapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will summer squash / zucchini be ready to harvest in Minneapolis?
Expect to harvest from around mid July (Jul 11–Jul 26) in Minneapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start summer squash / zucchini seeds indoors in Minneapolis?
Start seeds indoors around mid April (Apr 18–May 9) in Minneapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Minneapolis?
Transplant outdoors around late May (May 27–Jun 17) in Minneapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
How long is the growing season in Minneapolis?
Minneapolis has roughly 180 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 Minneapolis's frost dates.