When to plant Pumpkin in Zone 9b
In Zone 9b, Pumpkin: direct sow outdoors around Feb 15–Mar 8. Expect to harvest around May 26–Jun 16.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Feb 15 – Mar 8 |
| Harvest | May 26 – Jun 16 |
Tip: Needs lots of room and a long warm season. Count back from your fall frost for jack-o'-lanterns.
Zone 9b averages a last spring frost around Feb 15 and a first fall frost around Dec 15. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 9b calendar in the tool →