When to plant zucchini in zone 4a
In zone 4a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 12 and the first fall frost around Sep 21. Here is when to plant zucchini.
Sow in the bedMay 26
Start pickingJul 15
Your zucchini calendar for zone 4a
- May 26: Sow zucchini seeds in the bed
- Jul 15: Start picking zucchini
One or two plants feed a family. Pick when about 7 inches long.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per 2 × 2 ft.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 4a. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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