When to Plant Hubbard Squash in Perry County, PA
Hubbard squash is a large, bumpy-skinned winter squash with dense, sweet, dry flesh ideal for baking and pies. The hard shell allows storage for 6 months or more.
Perry County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 24 and the first fall frost is October 22, giving you a growing season of approximately 181 days.
At an elevation of 693 feet, Perry County receives approximately 40.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Hubbard Squash during the growing season.
Perry County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Hubbard Squash Planting Timeline — Perry County, PA
Hubbard Squash Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 27 | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 8 | May 8 – May 22 |
| Direct Sow | May 1 | May 1 – May 22 |
| Harvest | August 21 | Aug 21 – Sep 25 |
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 | — |
| July | — |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
100–120 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 7a
📆 Growing Season
181 days in Perry County
Growing Tips for Perry County
Start seeds indoors in short-season areas. Requires ample space and rich soil. Harvest when the skin is very hard and the color is deep. Cure in the sun before storing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Hubbard Squash in Perry County, PA?
Perry County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 24. Plan your Hubbard Squash planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Perry County, PA?
Perry County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 24 and first fall frost is October 22.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Perry 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.