When to plant Pumpkin in Zone 10a
In Zone 10a, Pumpkin: direct sow outdoors around Jan 31–Feb 21. Expect to harvest around May 11–Jun 1.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Jan 31 – Feb 21 |
| Harvest | May 11 – Jun 1 |
Tip: Needs lots of room and a long warm season. Count back from your fall frost for jack-o'-lanterns.
Zone 10a averages a last spring frost around Jan 31 and a first fall frost around Dec 28. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 10a calendar in the tool →