When to plant Pumpkin in Zone 6b
In Zone 6b, Pumpkin: direct sow outdoors around Apr 15–May 6. Expect to harvest around Jul 24–Aug 14.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Apr 15 – May 6 |
| Harvest | Jul 24 – Aug 14 |
Tip: Needs lots of room and a long warm season. Count back from your fall frost for jack-o'-lanterns.
Zone 6b averages a last spring frost around Apr 15 and a first fall frost around Oct 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 6b calendar in the tool →