When to Plant Squash (Winter) in Camrose, AB
Winter squash includes butternut, acorn, delicata, and hubbard varieties grown to full maturity with hard rinds for storage. They develop sweet, dense flesh.
Camrose, Alberta is in USDA Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 12 and the first fall frost is October 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 147 days.
At an elevation of 2,424 feet, Camrose receives approximately 17.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly dark brown chernozem soil. Summer highs average 72°F, so choose short-season varieties of Squash (Winter) to ensure they mature before fall. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Squash (Winter) successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.
Camrose Soil Profile
Soil Type
Dark Brown Chernozem
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Squash (Winter) Planting Timeline — Camrose, AB
Squash (Winter) Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 31 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Transplant Outdoors | June 2 | Jun 2 – Jun 16 |
| Direct Sow | May 26 | May 26 – Jun 16 |
| Harvest | August 25 | Aug 25 – Oct 20 |
Plant 1" deep · 30" apart · Rows 42" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors |
| May | Direct Sow |
| June | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| July | — |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | Harvest |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
80–120 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 4b
📆 Growing Season
147 days in Camrose
Growing Tips for Camrose
Direct sow after last frost on rich mounds. Allow ample space for sprawling vines. Cure harvested fruits in the sun for 10 days before storing in a cool, dry place.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Squash (Winter) in Camrose, AB?
Camrose is in Zone 4b with an average last frost of May 12. Plan your Squash (Winter) planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Camrose, AB?
Camrose, Alberta is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 12 and first fall frost is October 6.
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