When to plant summer squash / zucchini in Winston-Salem
Common questions
When can I sow summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Winston-Salem?
Direct-sow around late April (Apr 30–May 21) in Winston-Salem, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will summer squash / zucchini be ready to harvest in Winston-Salem?
Expect to harvest from around mid June (Jun 14–Jun 29) in Winston-Salem, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start summer squash / zucchini seeds indoors in Winston-Salem?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 29–Apr 19) in Winston-Salem, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant summer squash / zucchini outdoors in Winston-Salem?
Transplant outdoors around late April (Apr 30–May 21) in Winston-Salem, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Winston-Salem?
Winston-Salem has roughly 219 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 Winston-Salem's frost dates.