When to Plant Pumpkins in West Virginia
In a typical West Virginia location, sow outdoors Apr 27 – May 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 19 in Huntington and as late as May 13 in Beckley.
Direct sow 1-3 weeks after last frost; back-time from your first fall frost so the 90-120 day maturity window lands before it.
Pumpkins Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow |
|---|---|
| Huntington | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Charleston | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Parkersburg | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Morgantown | May 3 – May 17 |
| Wheeling | Apr 27 – May 11 |
| Weirton Heights | May 6 – May 20 |
| Weirton | May 6 – May 20 |
| Fairmont | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| Martinsburg | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Beckley | May 13 – May 27 |
| Clarksburg | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Teays Valley | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| South Charleston | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Saint Albans | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| Vienna | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Bluefield | May 7 – May 21 |
| Cross Lanes | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| Moundsville | May 3 – May 17 |
| Bridgeport | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| Oak Hill | Apr 28 – May 12 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 West Virginia cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all West Virginia cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant pumpkins in West Virginia?
In a typical West Virginia location, sow outdoors Apr 27 – May 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 19 in Huntington and as late as May 13 in Beckley.
When is the last frost in West Virginia?
The average last spring frost in West Virginia ranges from April 12 in Huntington to May 6 in Beckley, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do pumpkins take to grow?
Pumpkins typically take 90–120 days from planting to harvest. Direct sow 1-3 weeks after last frost; back-time from your first fall frost so the 90-120 day maturity window lands before it.
Other Crops in West Virginia
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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