When to Plant Delicata Squash in Alfalfa County, OK
Delicata squash is a winter squash with an edible skin and sweet, creamy orange flesh. Its compact vines make it suitable for smaller gardens.
Alfalfa County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 7 and the first fall frost is October 31, giving you a growing season of approximately 207 days.
At an elevation of 835 feet, Alfalfa County receives approximately 26.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 85°F, providing good warmth for Delicata Squash during the growing season.
Alfalfa County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.6-7.6
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 6/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Delicata Squash Planting Timeline — Alfalfa County, OK
Delicata Squash Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 3 | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 21 | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Direct Sow | April 14 | Apr 14 – May 5 |
| Harvest | July 14 | Jul 14 – Aug 18 |
Plant 1" deep · 30" apart · Rows 42" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
80–100 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 6b
Growing Season
207 days
Growing Tips for Alfalfa County
Direct sow after last frost on mounds. Harvest when skin is hard and ivory with green stripes. The thin skin does not need peeling. Stores 2-3 months in a cool place.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Delicata Squash in Alfalfa County, OK?
Alfalfa County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 7. Plan your Delicata Squash planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Alfalfa County, OK?
Alfalfa County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 7 and first fall frost is October 31.
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