When to Plant Spaghetti Squash in Fentress County, TN
Spaghetti squash is a winter squash whose cooked flesh separates into pasta-like strands. It is a popular low-carb alternative to pasta.
Fentress County, Tennessee is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and the first fall frost is October 23, giving you a growing season of approximately 191 days.
At an elevation of 3,108 feet, Fentress County receives approximately 46.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 87°F, providing good warmth for Spaghetti Squash during the growing season.
Fentress County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.4-6.9
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
Spaghetti Squash Planting Timeline — Fentress County, TN
Spaghetti Squash Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 11 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 29 | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Direct Sow | April 22 | Apr 22 – May 13 |
| Harvest | July 29 | Jul 29 – Aug 26 |
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
85–100 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 6b
Growing Season
191 days
Growing Tips for Fentress County
Direct sow on mounds after last frost. Harvest when skin turns golden yellow and is hard. Store in a cool, dry place for 2-3 months. Bake or microwave halves until tender.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Spaghetti Squash in Fentress County, TN?
Fentress County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 15. Plan your Spaghetti Squash planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Fentress County, TN?
Fentress County, Tennessee is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and first fall frost is October 23.
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