When to Plant Zucchini in Alaska: May 23–Jun 6

When to plant zucchini in Alaska

Sow outdoors in Anchorage

May 23–Jun 6

Across Alaska the window opens between May 10 and May 23. Find your city below; the dates follow each town's own average last frost.

Sow outdoors 1–3 weeks after the last frost. Two plants are plenty for most families. Pick fruit at 6–8 inches.

Zucchini planting dates by city

Start indoorsPlant outSow outdoorsFall plantingAverage last and first frost

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

AnchorageMay 23–Jun 6

JuneauMay 10–May 24

FairbanksMay 23–Jun 6

Questions

When should I plant zucchini in Alaska?

In Anchorage, sow outdoors from May 23 to June 6. Across Alaska the window opens between May 10 and May 23, depending on the local last frost.

How is this date worked out?

Sow outdoors 1–3 weeks after the last frost. Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 averages for the weather station nearest each city.