When to Plant Kabocha in USDA Zone 10b
Your June planting checklist for Zone 10b
Welcome to June in Zone 10b. These are the moves that will have the biggest impact on your growing season.
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Bring in the kabocha
Don't tug. Use scissors or pruners for clean cuts — torn stems invite disease.
Kabocha is a Japanese winter squash with an exceptionally sweet, dense, chestnut-like flesh and dark green skin. It is a favorite in Asian cuisine for its rich, dry texture.
In Zone 10b, the average last spring frost is around January 1 and the first fall frost is around December 31, giving you a growing season of approximately 364 days.
Kabocha Planting Timeline — Zone 10b
Where Is USDA Zone 10b?
The map below highlights the states that contain Zone 10b. Click any state to see the Kabocha planting schedule for that location.
Kabocha Planting Calendar — Zone 10b
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | December 4 | Dec 4 – Dec 18 |
| Transplant Outdoors | January 8 | Jan 8 – Jan 22 |
| Direct Sow | January 1 | Jan 1 – Jan 22 |
| Harvest | April 9 | Apr 9 – May 7 |
Plant 1" deep · 30" apart · Rows 42" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | Harvest |
| May | Harvest |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | Start Indoors |
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Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
85–100 days
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Zone Temperature Range
35°F to 40°F average annual minimum
Growing Season
365 days (Zone 10b average)
Planting Specifications
| Planting Depth | 1 inches |
| Plant Spacing | 30 inches apart |
| Row Spacing | 42 inches between rows |
Growing Tips for Kabocha in Zone 10b
Zone 10b offers a long growing season (~365 days). You can plant Kabocha earlier and may get multiple harvests.
Direct sow after frost or start indoors. Harvest when the skin is hard and dull. The stem should be dry and corky. Stores well for 3-4 months in a cool, dry place.
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Kabocha in Other Zones
Kabocha by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Kabocha in Zone 10b?
In Zone 10b, plan your Kabocha planting around the average last frost date of January 1. Start seeds indoors around December 4. Direct sow outdoors around January 1. Transplant seedlings around January 8.
Can Kabocha grow in Zone 10b?
Yes, Kabocha can grow well in Zone 10b, hardy in USDA zones 3a through 11b. Zone 10b has a growing season of approximately 364 days, which is sufficient for Kabocha (85-100 days to maturity).
When can I harvest Kabocha in Zone 10b?
In Zone 10b, expect to harvest Kabocha from April 9 – May 7. Kabocha takes 85-100 days from planting to harvest.
What is the last frost date for Zone 10b?
The average last spring frost in Zone 10b is around January 1, and the first fall frost is around December 31. This gives a growing season of approximately 364 days. These are 50% probability dates — actual frost dates vary year to year.
What should I plant next to Kabocha?
Good companion plants for Kabocha include Corn, Green Beans, Radish. These companions can help with pest control, pollination, and nutrient sharing.
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