When to plant summer squash / zucchini in Newport News
Common questions
When can I sow summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Newport News?
Direct-sow around late April (Apr 22–May 13) in Newport News, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When will summer squash / zucchini be ready to harvest in Newport News?
Expect to harvest from around early June (Jun 6–Jun 21) in Newport News, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 77%.
When should I start summer squash / zucchini seeds indoors in Newport News?
Start seeds indoors around mid March (Mar 14–Apr 4) in Newport News, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 82%.
When can I transplant summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Newport News?
Transplant outdoors around late April (Apr 22–May 13) in Newport News, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
How long is the growing season in Newport News?
Newport News has roughly 262 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 Newport News's frost dates.