When to plant winter squash / pumpkin in Winston-Salem
Common questions
When can I sow winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Winston-Salem?
Direct-sow around late April (Apr 30–May 21) in Winston-Salem, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will winter squash / pumpkin be ready to harvest in Winston-Salem?
Expect to harvest from around late July (Jul 24–Aug 28) in Winston-Salem, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start winter squash / pumpkin seeds indoors in Winston-Salem?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 22–Apr 12) in Winston-Salem, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant winter squash / pumpkin outdoors in Winston-Salem?
Transplant outdoors around late April (Apr 30–May 21) in Winston-Salem, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in Winston-Salem?
Winston-Salem has roughly 219 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 Winston-Salem's frost dates.