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When to Plant Squash in Monroe, New Hampshire (03771)

Location

Monroe, New Hampshire

ZIP Code

03771

USDA Zone

4b

Last Frost

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Pro Tip: Squash can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Cucurbita moschata
Days to Maturity 90 days
Mature Height 24-36"
Spread 72"
Type Vine
Fruit Size Large (2-5 lbs)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Regular (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

48" apart

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Planting Depth

1" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

🤝 Good Companions

CornBeanRadishMarigold

⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

Potato

Other Plants for Monroe

Growing Squash in Zone 4b

Squash (Cucurbita moschata) is a popular garden vegetable. In Monroe, New Hampshire, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b, you should direct sow seeds around Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Squash grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.