How long does it take for winter squash to germinate?

How long does it take for winter squash to germinate?

4 to 10 daysSow seed ½ to 1 inch (1.3-2.5 cm) deep. Seeds germinate in 4 to 10 days at 85°F (29°C) or warmer. Transplant winter squash into the garden after the soil has warmed to at least 70°F (21°C).

How long does it take to grow a squash?

approximately 40 to 50 daysSummer squash produces its first fruits approximately 40 to 50 days from planting, depending on the cultivar and the growing conditions. These tender fruits should be harvested as soon as they are 4 to 6 inches long, while the skin in tender and the seeds have not fully formed.

How cold can winter squash tolerate?

Squashes do not tolerate cold temperatures. In short-season areas, start seeds inside three weeks before the frost-free date in spring—but no earlier because older transplants will produce poorly.