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Can You Grow Zucchini in Maine?

US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–11b

Maine last frost

mid-April

Maine first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

45–60 days

When to plant Zucchinis in Maine

Start indoors

Mar 25

Transplant

Apr 15

Harvest

May 30 – Jun 14

Dates are approximate, based on Maine'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.

Full zucchini growing guide →

Gardening in Maine

Maine has a cool humid continental climate. Coastal areas are Zone 5b-6a; inland and northern Maine is Zone 3b-4a. Short summers but excellent for potatoes, blueberries, and cool crops.