When to plant winter squash / pumpkin in Indianapolis
Common questions
When can I sow winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Indianapolis?
Direct-sow around mid May (May 18–Jun 8) in Indianapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will winter squash / pumpkin be ready to harvest in Indianapolis?
Expect to harvest from around mid August (Aug 11–Sep 15) in Indianapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start winter squash / pumpkin seeds indoors in Indianapolis?
Start seeds indoors around mid April (Apr 12–May 3) in Indianapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Indianapolis?
Transplant outdoors around mid May (May 18–Jun 8) in Indianapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Indianapolis?
Indianapolis has roughly 178 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 Indianapolis's frost dates.