When to plant winter squash / pumpkin in Christchurch
Common questions
When can I sow winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Christchurch?
Direct-sow around late December (Dec 21–Jan 11) in Christchurch, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 44%.
When will winter squash / pumpkin be ready to harvest in Christchurch?
Expect to harvest from around mid March (Mar 16–Apr 20) in Christchurch, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 40%.
When should I start winter squash / pumpkin seeds indoors in Christchurch?
Start seeds indoors around mid October (Oct 17–Nov 7) in Christchurch, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 43%.
When can I transplant winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Christchurch?
Transplant outdoors around late December (Dec 21–Jan 11) in Christchurch, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 44%.
How long is the growing season in Christchurch?
Christchurch has roughly 211 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow winter squash / pumpkin to maturity outdoors.
Sow winter squash / pumpkin 6–8 weeks before your last spring frost; plant out 2–3 weeks after it. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and Christchurch's frost dates.