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Too late to start pumpkins?

12 years ago

Is it too late to start pumpkins? I have seedlings indoors right now (each one in its own starter pod). We are having a huuuuuge heat wave so I am hesitant to move them out yet. But is it too late in the season for my zone? I have chucky and baby bear varieties.

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wolverine1012
12 years ago
You sure can't let them grow in your house. It is late, but I'd say put them out and pray for a late frost.
hollieberries
Original Author
12 years ago
No--definitely not staying in the house!! I think it is going to get a bit cooler this week. We often have a late frost, but you can't ever tell. I've put covers over my plants in the past to protect from frost. Maybe that will help.
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terrybull
12 years ago
put them out and give them some temporary shade for now.

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