vegetable variety in zone 8a
Howden pumpkin in zone 8a
Howden · Cucurbita pepo and Cucurbita maxima
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- Zone
- 8a 10°F to 15°F
- Growing season
- 240 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 8a
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Common challenges in zone 8a
- ▸ Insufficient chill hours for some apple varieties
- ▸ Pierce's disease in grapes
- ▸ Heat stress on cool-season crops
Modified care for zone 8a
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Howden in adjacent zones
Other pumpkin varieties for zone 8a
Frequently asked questions
- Will Howden pumpkin grow in zone 8a?
Yes. Howden is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8a, which includes zone 8a.
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