When to Plant Pumpkin in Woodson County, KS
Pumpkins are large-fruited squash varieties grown for eating, decoration, and seed production. They require ample space and a long, warm growing season.
Woodson County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 8 and the first fall frost is October 25, giving you a growing season of approximately 200 days.
At an elevation of 683 feet, Woodson County receives approximately 24.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 87°F, providing good warmth for Pumpkin during the growing season.
Woodson County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.8-7.3
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Pumpkin Planting Timeline — Woodson County, KS
Pumpkin Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 4 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 22 | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Direct Sow | April 15 | Apr 15 – May 6 |
| Harvest | July 22 | Jul 22 – Sep 9 |
Plant 1" deep · 30" apart · Rows 42" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
85–120 days
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 6a
Growing Season
200 days
Growing Tips for Woodson County
Direct sow on mounds after last frost. Allow 6-10 feet between plants. Slip a board under developing fruit to prevent rot. Harvest when rind is hard and deep in color.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Pumpkin in Woodson County, KS?
Woodson County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 8. Plan your Pumpkin planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Woodson County, KS?
Woodson County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 8 and first fall frost is October 25.
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