When to Plant Patty Pan Squash in Logan County, OH
Patty pan squash is a summer squash with a distinctive flying-saucer shape and scalloped edges. It comes in white, yellow, and green varieties with a mild, nutty flavor.
Logan County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 24 and the first fall frost is October 19, giving you a growing season of approximately 178 days.
At an elevation of 829 feet, Logan County receives approximately 38.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 83°F, so choose short-season varieties of Patty Pan Squash to ensure they mature before fall.
Logan County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Patty Pan Squash Planting Timeline — Logan County, OH
Patty Pan Squash Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 20 | Mar 20 – Apr 3 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 8 | May 8 – May 22 |
| Direct Sow | May 1 | May 1 – May 22 |
| Harvest | June 26 | Jun 26 – Jul 24 |
Plant 1" deep · 30" apart · Rows 42" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
45–60 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6a
📆 Growing Season
178 days in Logan County
Growing Tips for Logan County
Direct sow after last frost. Harvest when 2-4 inches across for best texture and flavor. Larger fruits become seedy and tough. Very prolific producers in warm weather.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Patty Pan Squash in Logan County, OH?
Logan County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 24. Plan your Patty Pan Squash planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Logan County, OH?
Logan County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 24 and first fall frost is October 19.
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