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Honey Boat · Winter Squash

Zone 9b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 9th
Last FrostFeb 9th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsFeb 23rd
Harvest BeginsMay 29th
Harvest EndsDec 9th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 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)10
Expert Note: For compact Delicata types, keep plants warm and limit root disturbance—mulch early and avoid heavy watering right after transplanting to reduce stress.