When to Plant Pumpkin in District of Columbia
State
District of Columbia
Cities Covered
2
USDA Zones
7a, 7b, 8a
Plant Type
Direct Sow
📅 Planting Calendar for District of Columbia
Based on Washington (Zone 8a). Dates may vary by city.
Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, February 6, 2026
Note: District of Columbia spans multiple zones (7a, 7b, 8a). Select your city below for more precise dates.
🌿 Plant Details
Scientific Name Cucurbita maxima
Days to Maturity 100 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun (6-8 hours)
Plant Spacing 60" apart
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Growing Pumpkin in District of Columbia
Pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima) is a popular garden vegetable in District of Columbia. The state spans USDA Hardiness Zones 7a, 7b, 8a, so planting dates can vary significantly depending on your location.
In most areas of District of Columbia, you can direct sow Pumpkin outdoors around Friday, February 6, 2026.
For the most accurate planting dates, enter your ZIP code on our homepage or select your city from the list above.