When to plant Pumpkin in Zone 8a
In Zone 8a, Pumpkin: direct sow outdoors around Mar 22–Apr 12. Expect to harvest around Jun 30–Jul 21.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Mar 22 – Apr 12 |
| Harvest | Jun 30 – Jul 21 |
Tip: Needs lots of room and a long warm season. Count back from your fall frost for jack-o'-lanterns.
Zone 8a averages a last spring frost around Mar 22 and a first fall frost around Nov 18. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 8a calendar in the tool →