Hey everyone! I'm based in Erie, PA, which is in zone 6A. I'm wondering if it's too late to plant pumpkins before the frost hits. I've got two faster-growing varieties that take about 75-80 days, and another one that takes 95 days to mature. Any advice?
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You could definitely give it a shot! Think of it as a fun experiment. The 95-day pumpkins might be pushing it since they need a bit more time. Just keep an eye on when your first frost is expected. For me, it usually comes around the second week of October. If you're betting on the 95-day one, that could be cutting it close! But who knows? Sometimes surprises happen in gardening!
I would definitely try! I’m a couple of hours south in zone 6B, and I've been able to harvest my tomatoes right up until Halloween most years. If you're worried about the cold, just cover the plants as it starts to get chilly. I think most pumpkins can handle a light frost, too!
I say go for it! Those shorter varieties should give you a decent chance since they have a quicker turnaround. What do you have to lose by trying? Plant them and see how it goes!
My first frost typically hits around mid-October, and I’m also trying out some New England pie pumpkins to see how they do! I got them to germinate in under a week, so you might be surprised!
Yeah, just remember that no two seasons are alike! You might get lucky!