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Can You Grow Pumpkin in Delaware?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6b, 7a

Grows well here

Pumpkins grow well here — they love the warm season and produce reliably with enough space.

Plant zones

3b–11b

Delaware last frost

early March

Delaware first frost

late November

Days to harvest

75–100 days

When to plant Pumpkins in Delaware

Start indoors

Feb 14

Transplant

Mar 7

Harvest

May 21 – Jun 15

Dates are approximate, based on Delaware's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Pumpkin

Pumpkins need space warmth and sun — allow 2-4 square metres per plant for sprawling vines.

Direct sow or start indoors 3 weeks before last frost. Give each plant 2-4 sq metres. Water at the base to prevent fungal disease. Harvest when the skin is hard and the stem dries.

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Gardening in Delaware

Delaware has a humid subtropical climate moderated by the Atlantic. Mild winters and warm summers support a long growing season for mid-Atlantic vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Pumpkin in Delaware?

Pumpkins grow well here — they love the warm season and produce reliably with enough space.

What zone is Delaware?

Delaware spans USDA Zone 7a (6b, 7a).

When do you plant Pumpkins in Delaware?

Plant Pumpkins around early March (start indoors Feb 14), harvest May 21 – Jun 15.