When to plant Pumpkin in Zone 6a
In Zone 6a, Pumpkin: direct sow outdoors around Apr 21–May 12. Expect to harvest around Jul 30–Aug 20.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Apr 21 – May 12 |
| Harvest | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
Tip: Needs lots of room and a long warm season. Count back from your fall frost for jack-o'-lanterns.
Zone 6a averages a last spring frost around Apr 21 and a first fall frost around Oct 17. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 6a calendar in the tool →