When to plant Pumpkin in Zone 9a
In Zone 9a, Pumpkin: direct sow outdoors around Feb 28–Mar 21. Expect to harvest around Jun 8–Jun 29.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Feb 28 – Mar 21 |
| Harvest | Jun 8 – Jun 29 |
Tip: Needs lots of room and a long warm season. Count back from your fall frost for jack-o'-lanterns.
Zone 9a averages a last spring frost around Feb 28 and a first fall frost around Dec 5. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 9a calendar in the tool →