When to plant winter squash / pumpkin in Scottsdale
Common questions
When can I sow winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Scottsdale?
Direct-sow around mid March (Mar 14–Apr 4) in Scottsdale, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will winter squash / pumpkin be ready to harvest in Scottsdale?
Expect to harvest from around early June (Jun 7–Jul 12) in Scottsdale, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start winter squash / pumpkin seeds indoors in Scottsdale?
Start seeds indoors around early February (Feb 9–Mar 2) in Scottsdale, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When can I transplant winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Scottsdale?
Transplant outdoors around mid March (Mar 14–Apr 4) in Scottsdale, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Scottsdale?
Scottsdale has roughly 303 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 Scottsdale's frost dates.