When to plant pumpkin in Georgia
Georgia spans USDA zones 8a–9a, so the right time to plant pumpkin shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 22 in Brunswick to April 25 in Cartersville — below are local dates for 112 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 8a | March 24 | November 8 | April 7 – April 21 |
| Columbus | 8b | March 21 | November 11 | April 4 – April 18 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | 8b | March 23 | November 9 | April 6 – April 20 |
| Macon-Bibb County | 8b | March 21 | November 10 | April 4 – April 18 |
| Savannah | 9a | March 2 | November 30 | March 16 – March 30 |
| Athens-Clarke County | 8b | March 23 | November 10 | April 6 – April 20 |
| South Fulton | 8a | March 15 | November 20 | March 29 – April 12 |
| Sandy Springs | 8a | March 25 | November 9 | April 8 – April 22 |
Pumpkin in Georgia: FAQ
When can I plant pumpkin in Georgia?
Across Georgia, the time to direct-sow pumpkin spans roughly February 22 in Brunswick to April 25 in Cartersville, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the pumpkin planting date vary across Georgia?
Yes. Georgia publishes 112 cities with their own frost dates, so the right pumpkin planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does pumpkin take to grow in Georgia?
Pumpkin takes about 90–110 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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