When to plant zucchini in zone 6b
In zone 6b, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 15 and the first fall frost around Oct 20. Here is when to plant zucchini.
Sow in the bedApr 29
Start pickingJun 18
Your zucchini calendar for zone 6b
- Apr 29: Sow zucchini seeds in the bed
- Jun 18: 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 6b. 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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