ZonePlant
Howden pumpkin

vegetable variety in zone 4a

Howden pumpkin in zone 4a

Howden · Cucurbita pepo and Cucurbita maxima

Zone
4a -30°F to -25°F
Growing season
120 days
Days to harvest
90 to 120

The verdict

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About Howden

Tasteless, fibrous; the classic carving pumpkin (large, deeply ribbed orange). Jack-o'-lanterns, decoration. Productive, holds shape, the industry standard.

Critical timing for zone 4a

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Common challenges in zone 4a

  • Late frosts damage early bloomers
  • Limited peach varieties

Modified care for zone 4a

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Howden in adjacent zones

Other pumpkin varieties for zone 4a

Frequently asked questions

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Will Howden pumpkin grow in zone 4a?

Yes. Howden is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8a, which includes zone 4a.

Image: "Cucurbita maxima 04", by User:Nino Barbieri, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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