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When to Plant Squash in Arctic Village, Alaska (99722)

Location

Arctic Village, Alaska

ZIP Code

99722

USDA Zone

1b

Last Frost

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, April 29, 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 Arctic Village

Growing Squash in Zone 1b

Squash (Cucurbita moschata) is a popular garden vegetable. In Arctic Village, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 1b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Squash grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.