When to plant Pumpkin in Zone 8b
In Zone 8b, Pumpkin: direct sow outdoors around Mar 15–Apr 5. Expect to harvest around Jun 23–Jul 14.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Mar 15 – Apr 5 |
| Harvest | Jun 23 – Jul 14 |
Tip: Needs lots of room and a long warm season. Count back from your fall frost for jack-o'-lanterns.
Zone 8b averages a last spring frost around Mar 15 and a first fall frost around Nov 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 8b calendar in the tool →