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Carnival · Winter Squash

Zone 9a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 27th
Last FrostMar 6th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMar 13th
Harvest BeginsJun 16th
Harvest EndsNov 26th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 12 days first.
Direct sow preferred — this crop has sensitive roots and does not transplant well. If starting indoors, use biodegradable pots and disturb roots as little as possible when moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity95
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitVine
Support NeededTrellis
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)55
Harden Off (days)12
Expert Note: Start plants only briefly indoors (or direct-sow if your season is long) and transplant once nights are consistently warm to avoid slow, stressed growth.