When to plant Pumpkin in Zone 11b
In Zone 11b, Pumpkin: direct sow outdoors around Jan 1–Jan 22. Expect to harvest around Apr 11–May 2.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Jan 1 – Jan 22 |
| Harvest | Apr 11 – May 2 |
Tip: Needs lots of room and a long warm season. Count back from your fall frost for jack-o'-lanterns.
Zone 11b averages a last spring frost around Jan 1 and a first fall frost around Dec 31. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 11b calendar in the tool →