Jack-O'-Lantern · Pumpkin
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Direct Sow |
| Last Frost | Apr 20th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | May 4th |
| Harvest Begins | Aug 7th |
| Harvest Ends | Oct 20th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 65°F
and nights stay above 55°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 10 days first.
Direct sow preferred — this crop has sensitive roots and does not transplant well.
If starting indoors, use biodegradable pots and disturb roots as little as possible when moving outdoors.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 95 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Vine |
| Support Needed | Trellis |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 65 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 55 |
| Harden Off (days) | 10 |
Expert Note: For best carving quality and fewer vine stress issues, prioritize direct sow or transplant only when soil is reliably warm and nights stay mild, then keep plants evenly watered to avoid rind cracking.