When to plant winter squash / pumpkin in Sioux Falls
Common questions
When can I sow winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Sioux Falls?
Direct-sow around early June (Jun 1–Jun 22) in Sioux Falls, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
When will winter squash / pumpkin be ready to harvest in Sioux Falls?
Expect to harvest from around late August (Aug 25–Sep 29) in Sioux Falls, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start winter squash / pumpkin seeds indoors in Sioux Falls?
Start seeds indoors around late April (Apr 24–May 15) in Sioux Falls, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Sioux Falls?
Transplant outdoors around early June (Jun 1–Jun 22) in Sioux Falls, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
How long is the growing season in Sioux Falls?
Sioux Falls has roughly 153 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 Sioux Falls's frost dates.