PL. —Cucurbita pepoBotanical illustration — drop image
3a–9bHardiness zone
Peak bloom windowZone 6b · frost-offset weeks
Winter
Not in bloom
Spring
Peak bloom
Summer
Peak bloom
Fall
Not in bloom
Peak bloom
In bloom
Background
Good companions
Keep apart
Care guide
SunFull sun
WaterRegular; deep watering 2–3 times per week; keep foliage dry
SoilRich, well-draining; high organic matter
Spacing4–6 feet (bush); 6–10 feet (vining)
Height12–18 inches (bush); sprawling (vining)
Zone3a – 9b
Direct sow
fall
watchHarvest before first frost — most varieties need 90–120 days to maturity