When to plant winter squash / pumpkin in Albuquerque
Common questions
When can I sow winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Albuquerque?
Direct-sow around early May (May 9–May 30) in Albuquerque, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will winter squash / pumpkin be ready to harvest in Albuquerque?
Expect to harvest from around early August (Aug 2–Sep 6) in Albuquerque, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start winter squash / pumpkin seeds indoors in Albuquerque?
Start seeds indoors around early April (Apr 8–Apr 29) in Albuquerque, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Albuquerque?
Transplant outdoors around early May (May 9–May 30) in Albuquerque, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
How long is the growing season in Albuquerque?
Albuquerque has roughly 207 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 Albuquerque's frost dates.