When to plant pumpkin in Missouri
Missouri spans USDA zones 5b–7b, so the right time to plant pumpkin shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about April 9 in Sikeston to May 5 in Kirksville — below are local dates for 87 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | 6b | April 4 | November 2 | April 18 – May 2 |
| St. Louis | 7a | April 1 | November 4 | April 15 – April 29 |
| Springfield | 7a | April 4 | October 27 | April 18 – May 2 |
| Columbia | 6b | April 5 | October 31 | April 19 – May 3 |
| Independence | 6b | April 10 | October 27 | April 24 – May 8 |
| Lee's Summit | 6b | April 7 | October 29 | April 21 – May 5 |
| O'Fallon | 6b | April 10 | October 26 | April 24 – May 8 |
| St. Charles | 6b | April 8 | October 29 | April 22 – May 6 |
Pumpkin in Missouri: FAQ
When can I plant pumpkin in Missouri?
Across Missouri, the time to direct-sow pumpkin spans roughly April 9 in Sikeston to May 5 in Kirksville, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the pumpkin planting date vary across Missouri?
Yes. Missouri publishes 87 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 Missouri?
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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