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Can You Grow Butternut Squash in Northwest Territories?

Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1, 2

Grows well here

Butternut squash thrives here with warm, frost-free summers and full sun.

Plant zones

3a–10b

Northwest Territories last frost

mid-June

Northwest Territories first frost

mid-August

Days to harvest

100–120 days

When to plant Butternut Squashes in Northwest Territories

Start indoors

May 18

Transplant

Jun 15

Harvest

Sep 23 – Oct 13

Dates are approximate, based on Northwest Territories's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Butternut Squash

Butternut squash is the most popular winter squash — sweet, smooth, and superb for storage. A vigorous vining plant that needs warm weather and room to sprawl.

Direct sow after last frost or start indoors 3-4 weeks earlier. Harvest when skin turns tan and hard. Cure 1-2 weeks in a warm spot before storing in a cool dry place.

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Gardening in Northwest Territories

The NWT has an arctic to subarctic climate. Only the very hardiest crops survive the extremely short summer. Gardening under cover is the primary approach.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Butternut Squash in Northwest Territories?

Butternut squash thrives here with warm, frost-free summers and full sun.

What zone is Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1, 2).

When do you plant Butternut Squashes in Northwest Territories?

Plant Butternut Squashes around mid-June (start indoors May 18), harvest Sep 23 – Oct 13.