When to plant Pumpkin in Zone 3a
In Zone 3a, Pumpkin: direct sow outdoors around May 25–Jun 15. Expect to harvest around Sep 2–Sep 23.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | May 25 – Jun 15 |
| Harvest | Sep 2 – Sep 23 |
Tip: Needs lots of room and a long warm season. Count back from your fall frost for jack-o'-lanterns.
Zone 3a averages a last spring frost around May 25 and a first fall frost around Sep 8. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 3a calendar in the tool →