When to plant winter squash / pumpkin in Manchester
Common questions
When can I sow winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Manchester?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 8–Jun 29) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will winter squash / pumpkin be ready to harvest in Manchester?
Expect to harvest from around early September (Sep 1–Oct 6) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start winter squash / pumpkin seeds indoors in Manchester?
Start seeds indoors around late April (Apr 26–May 17) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Manchester?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 8–Jun 29) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
How long is the growing season in Manchester?
Manchester has roughly 161 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 Manchester's frost dates.