When to Plant Spaghetti Squash in Woods County, OK
Spaghetti squash is a winter squash whose cooked flesh separates into pasta-like strands. It is a popular low-carb alternative to pasta.
Woods County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 12 and the first fall frost is October 26, giving you a growing season of approximately 197 days.
At an elevation of 882 feet, Woods County receives approximately 23.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Spaghetti Squash during the growing season.
Woods County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Spaghetti Squash Planting Timeline — Woods County, OK
Spaghetti Squash Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 15 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 26 | Apr 26 – May 10 |
| Direct Sow | April 19 | Apr 19 – May 10 |
| Harvest | July 26 | Jul 26 – Aug 23 |
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
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 7a
📆 Growing Season
197 days in Woods County
Growing Tips for Woods 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Spaghetti Squash in Woods County, OK?
Woods County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 12. Plan your Spaghetti Squash planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Woods County, OK?
Woods County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 12 and first fall frost is October 26.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Woods County (Zone 7a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.