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Can You Grow Zucchini in Kentucky?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–11b

Kentucky last frost

mid-March

Kentucky first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

45–60 days

When to plant Zucchinis in Kentucky

Start indoors

Feb 21

Transplant

Mar 15

Harvest

Apr 29 – May 14

Dates are approximate, based on Kentucky'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 Kentucky

Kentucky has a humid continental climate transitioning to subtropical in the south. Long warm summers support tomatoes, peppers, and most common vegetables. Tobacco country.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Zucchini in Kentucky?

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

What zone is Kentucky?

Kentucky spans USDA Zone 6b (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a).

When do you plant Zucchinis in Kentucky?

Plant Zucchinis around mid-March (start indoors Feb 21), harvest Apr 29 – May 14.