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Can You Grow Winter Squash in New York?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Winter squash grows well here with warm summers — it needs heat to mature and set fruit.
Plant zones
New York last frost
New York first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Winter Squashes in New York
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on New York's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Winter Squash
Winter squash (butternut, acorn, spaghetti) are the long-storing hard-skinned squash you plant in spring and harvest in fall. Vigorous, sprawling, and highly productive.
Direct sow or start indoors 4 weeks before last frost; transplant after frost. Give vines room (6-8 ft) or a trellis. Harvest when skin is hard and you can't dent it with a fingernail. Cure in a warm place for 1-2 weeks for long storage.
Gardening in New York
New York ranges from Zone 6b in New York City to Zone 4a in the Adirondacks. Western New York near Lake Erie has a unique microclimate excellent for Concord grapes.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Winter Squash in New York?
Winter squash grows well here with warm summers — it needs heat to mature and set fruit.
What zone is New York?
New York spans USDA Zone 6a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Winter Squashes in New York?
Plant Winter Squashes around early April (start indoors Mar 3), harvest Jun 30 – Jul 30.