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Can You Grow Zucchini in Alaska?

US · USDA Zone 4b · zones 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b

Grows well here

Zucchini thrives here and is one of the easiest most productive crops you can grow.

Plant zones

4a–11b

Alaska last frost

mid-April

Alaska first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

45–60 days

When to plant Zucchinis in Alaska

Start indoors

Mar 25

Transplant

Apr 15

Harvest

May 30 – Jun 14

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

About Zucchini

One of the most productive garden plants — a single zucchini plant can yield more than a family can eat at peak season.

Direct sow after last frost. Give each plant 2-4 sq metres of space. Water at the base to prevent fungal disease. Pick frequently to keep the plant producing.

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Gardening in Alaska

Alaska ranges from subarctic to maritime climates. The interior has very short summers but intense sunlight. Coastal areas are milder. Cold-hardy crops and greenhouses are key.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Zucchini in Alaska?

Zucchini thrives here and is one of the easiest most productive crops you can grow.

What zone is Alaska?

Alaska spans USDA Zone 4b (1a, 1b, 2a, 2b).

When do you plant Zucchinis in Alaska?

Plant Zucchinis around mid-April (start indoors Mar 25), harvest May 30 – Jun 14.