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Can You Grow Butternut Squash in Prince Edward Island?

Canada · Canadian Zone 5 · zones 4, 5

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–10b

Prince Edward Island last frost

mid-April

Prince Edward Island first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

100–120 days

When to plant Butternut Squashes in Prince Edward Island

Start indoors

Mar 18

Transplant

Apr 15

Harvest

Jul 24 – Aug 13

Dates are approximate, based on Prince Edward Island'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 Prince Edward Island

PEI has a maritime climate with mild summers and cold winters. Most of the island is Zone 5a-5b. Famous for its potatoes — the red soil and maritime moisture create ideal conditions.