When to Plant Delicata Squash in Logan 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.
Logan County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 3 and the first fall frost is November 3, giving you a growing season of approximately 214 days.
At an elevation of 982 feet, Logan County receives approximately 26.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 93°F, providing good warmth for Delicata Squash during the growing season.
Logan County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Delicata Squash Planting Timeline — Logan County, OK
Delicata Squash Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 6 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 17 | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Direct Sow | April 10 | Apr 10 – May 1 |
| Harvest | July 10 | Jul 10 – Aug 14 |
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
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 7a
📆 Growing Season
214 days in Logan County
Growing Tips for Logan 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Delicata Squash in Logan County, OK?
Logan County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 3. Plan your Delicata Squash planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Logan County, OK?
Logan County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 3 and first fall frost is November 3.
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