When to plant winter squash / pumpkin in Minneapolis
Common questions
When can I sow winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Minneapolis?
Direct-sow around late May (May 27–Jun 17) in Minneapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will winter squash / pumpkin be ready to harvest in Minneapolis?
Expect to harvest from around mid August (Aug 20–Sep 24) in Minneapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start winter squash / pumpkin seeds indoors in Minneapolis?
Start seeds indoors around mid April (Apr 11–May 2) in Minneapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Minneapolis?
Transplant outdoors around late May (May 27–Jun 17) in Minneapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
How long is the growing season in Minneapolis?
Minneapolis has roughly 180 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 Minneapolis's frost dates.