When to plant winter squash / pumpkin in Saint Paul
Common questions
When can I sow winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Saint Paul?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 2–Jun 23) in Saint Paul, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will winter squash / pumpkin be ready to harvest in Saint Paul?
Expect to harvest from around late August (Aug 26–Sep 30) in Saint Paul, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start winter squash / pumpkin seeds indoors in Saint Paul?
Start seeds indoors around mid April (Apr 13–May 4) in Saint Paul, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When can I transplant winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Saint Paul?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 2–Jun 23) in Saint Paul, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Saint Paul?
Saint Paul has roughly 174 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 Saint Paul's frost dates.