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Newman

Anchorage, Alaska

Hello. I've never grown field pumpkins before and am in a difficult Alaskan climate with a last frost date of May 21st. I'll be transferring plants to a greenhouse. The weigh off is around September 1st.
When should I start my plants? Thank you!

4/13/2020 9:46:22 PM

Jay Yohe

Pittsburgh, PA

I start mine mid to late June in Pennsylvania. Once set the fruit mature in 30-35 days.

4/13/2020 11:11:23 PM

Dutch Brad

Netherlands

I'd start them in the first week of May if I was you.

4/14/2020 3:26:00 AM

Newman

Anchorage, Alaska

Thanks guys. I'll give May a shot!

4/14/2020 4:50:24 AM

JayB

Plattsburgh, NY

So Jay, are you just starting seeds now?

6/19/2020 2:36:29 PM

Jay Yohe

Pittsburgh, PA

I actually started early and direct seeded into the patch. Plants are up and just starting to vine out.

6/21/2020 7:21:05 AM

97pounder!

Centennial Colorado

I found direct seeding also to be best. Had some great early plants that did not like being transplanted, but direct are at 4th leaf.

6/21/2020 10:14:33 AM

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