When to Plant Patty Pan Squash in Pickaway 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.
Pickaway County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 22 and the first fall frost is October 21, giving you a growing season of approximately 182 days.
At an elevation of 1,177 feet, Pickaway County receives approximately 37.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Patty Pan Squash during the growing season.
Pickaway County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Patty Pan Squash Planting Timeline — Pickaway County, OH
Patty Pan Squash Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 6 | May 6 – May 20 |
| Direct Sow | April 29 | Apr 29 – May 20 |
| Harvest | June 24 | Jun 24 – Jul 22 |
Plant 1" deep · 30" apart · Rows 42" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| 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 6b
📆 Growing Season
182 days in Pickaway County
Growing Tips for Pickaway 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 Pickaway County, OH?
Pickaway County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 22. Plan your Patty Pan Squash planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Pickaway County, OH?
Pickaway County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 22 and first fall frost is October 21.
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