When to plant winter squash / pumpkin in Greensboro
Common questions
When can I sow winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Greensboro?
Direct-sow around late April (Apr 30–May 21) in Greensboro, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When will winter squash / pumpkin be ready to harvest in Greensboro?
Expect to harvest from around late July (Jul 24–Aug 28) in Greensboro, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start winter squash / pumpkin seeds indoors in Greensboro?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 23–Apr 13) in Greensboro, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Greensboro?
Transplant outdoors around late April (Apr 30–May 21) in Greensboro, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
How long is the growing season in Greensboro?
Greensboro has roughly 220 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 Greensboro's frost dates.