When to plant butternut squash in Arkansas
Arkansas spans USDA zones 7a–8b, so the right time to plant butternut squash shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 20 in Texarkana to April 19 in Rogers — below are local dates for 39 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | March 28 – April 11 |
| Fayetteville | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | April 11 – April 25 |
| Fort Smith | 8a | March 25 | November 6 | April 1 – April 15 |
| Springdale | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | April 11 – April 25 |
| Jonesboro | 7b | March 23 | November 9 | March 30 – April 13 |
| Rogers | 7a | April 12 | October 26 | April 19 – May 3 |
| Conway | 8a | April 2 | November 2 | April 9 – April 23 |
| North Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | March 28 – April 11 |
Butternut Squash in Arkansas: FAQ
When can I plant butternut squash in Arkansas?
Across Arkansas, the time to direct-sow butternut squash spans roughly March 20 in Texarkana to April 19 in Rogers, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the butternut squash planting date vary across Arkansas?
Yes. Arkansas publishes 39 cities with their own frost dates, so the right butternut squash planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does butternut squash take to grow in Arkansas?
Butternut Squash takes about 90–110 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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