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Can You Grow Pumpkin in New York?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3b–11b

New York last frost

early April

New York first frost

late October

Days to harvest

75–100 days

When to plant Pumpkins in New York

Start indoors

Mar 11

Transplant

Apr 1

Harvest

Jun 15 – Jul 10

Dates are approximate, based on New York'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 New York

New York ranges from Zone 6b in New York City to Zone 4a in the Adirondacks. Western New York near Lake Erie has a unique microclimate excellent for Concord grapes.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Pumpkin in New York?

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

What zone is New York?

New York spans USDA Zone 6a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).

When do you plant Pumpkins in New York?

Plant Pumpkins around early April (start indoors Mar 11), harvest Jun 15 – Jul 10.