When to plant winter squash in Rhode Island
Rhode Island spans USDA zones 6b–7a, so the right time to plant winter squash shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about April 14 in Newport to April 29 in Pawtucket — below are local dates for 11 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence | 7a | April 11 | October 30 | April 18 – May 2 |
| Cranston | 7a | April 11 | October 30 | April 18 – May 2 |
| Warwick | 7a | April 11 | October 30 | April 18 – May 2 |
| Pawtucket | 7a | April 22 | October 19 | April 29 – May 13 |
| East Providence | 7a | April 11 | October 30 | April 18 – May 2 |
| Woonsocket | 6b | April 22 | October 19 | April 29 – May 13 |
| Newport | 7a | April 7 | November 13 | April 14 – April 28 |
| Central Falls | 7a | April 22 | October 19 | April 29 – May 13 |
Winter Squash in Rhode Island: FAQ
When can I plant winter squash in Rhode Island?
Across Rhode Island, the time to direct-sow winter squash spans roughly April 14 in Newport to April 29 in Pawtucket, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the winter squash planting date vary across Rhode Island?
Yes. Rhode Island publishes 11 cities with their own frost dates, so the right winter 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 winter squash take to grow in Rhode Island?
Winter Squash takes about 85–110 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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