First attempt at butternut squash in Tallahassee, FL (zone 8b); planted seeds in early Sept. I read that b-nut can be planted in the fall here, but now I am worried that we might have an early frost this year, with temps dipping into the 40s already this weekend. There are many 1-2 inch-long squash at this point.
Did I plant too late? Is there any chance my squash will make it to full maturity? How long does it take from the 1-2 inch stage to the full grown stage? And could covering them over night help? Do you have any suggestions?
First attempt at butternut squash in Tallahassee, FL (zone 8b); planted seeds in early Sept. I read that b-nut can be planted in the fall here, but now I am worried that we might have an early frost this year, with temps dipping into the 40s already this weekend. There are many 1-2 inch-long squash at this point.
Did I plant too late? Is there any chance my squash will make it to full maturity? How long does it take from the 1-2 inch stage to the full grown stage? And could covering them over night help? Do you have any suggestions?