📍 La Joya, TX · Zone 10a · Last frost Sunday, January 25, 2026
✏️ ChangeWhen to Plant Squash in La Joya, Texas (78560)
Location
La Joya, Texas
ZIP Code
78560
USDA Zone
10a
Last Frost
Sunday, January 25, 2026
📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates
Direct Sow Outdoors
Sunday, December 14, 2025
Based on last frost Sunday, January 25, 2026 · Zone 10a
Pro tip: Sow Squash directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.
🌿 Plant Details
☀️ 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
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Full Companion Planting Guide for Squash
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Common Squash Varieties
Popular cultivars to look for at your local nursery or seed supplier.
Butternut
Tan, pear-shaped winter squash with sweet, orange flesh; the most popular for soups.
Acorn
Small, dark green ribbed squash with dense, mild flesh; ideal for stuffing and baking halves.
Delicata
Striped cream-and-green oblong squash with very sweet, fine-grained flesh; edible skin.
Spaghetti Squash
Pale yellow squash whose cooked flesh pulls into spaghetti-like strands; low-carb pasta substitute.
Hubbard
Large, knobby, blue-gray heirloom winter squash with sweet, dense orange flesh.
🌾 Seed Saving Guide
🟡 ModerateWhen to Harvest Seed
Allow squash to fully mature and cure for 1 month before extracting seeds.
Processing
Scoop seeds, wash off flesh, dry flat for 2 weeks.
Seed Viability
Up to 4 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.
Pro Tip
Squash cross within the same species. Hand-pollinate early in the morning for guaranteed purity.
Raised Bed Planting Guides
A 4×8 bed fits 2 plants of Squash. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Squash in La Joya, Texas? +
In La Joya (Zone 10a), direct sow Squash outdoors around Sunday, December 14, 2025.
What is the last frost date for La Joya, Texas? +
The average last spring frost date for La Joya, Texas (ZIP 78560) is around Sunday, January 25, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 10a.
How long does Squash take to grow? +
Squash typically matures in about 90 days from direct sowing. In La Joya, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, December 14, 2025 plus 90 days.
Should I start Squash indoors or direct sow in Texas? +
Squash does best when direct sown outdoors. In La Joya, sow directly around Sunday, December 14, 2025.
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Growing Squash in Zone 10a
Squash (Cucurbita moschata) is a popular garden vegetable. In La Joya, Texas, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, December 14, 2025.
Your average last frost date is Sunday, January 25, 2026. Squash grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.