Pumpkin Seed Growing Information Cucurbita pepo Plant habits defined: Bush - all fruit sets at the base of the plant Semi Bush - the majority of the fruit sets at the base of the plant but the plant will send a small vine later in the season producing a few fruits Semi Vine - the plant produces a 4 to 6’ vine with fruit set along the vine Vine - the plant produces a 10’ or longer vine with fruit set along the vine Full Vine - the plant produces a 10’ or longer vine with fruit set along the vine
Direct Seed: Cucurbits have a sensitive root structure, so direct seeding can prevent issues from transplant shock. Sow seed after danger of frost when soil has warmed to a minimum of 70° F. Transplant: Sow seed in trays 3 weeks before transplanting. Soil temperature for germination is 75-90° F. Be careful to disturb roots minimally during transplanting. Spacing: Dependent on the size of the plant and fruit. Small fruited varieties can be planted 18-24" apart, while large fruited varieties need 3-6' spacing. Bush varieties can be planted in rows 4-5' apart. Vining varieties, in rows 6’ apart. Growth needs: Grows best in well-drained soil that is high in organic matter. Harvest: When at desired size and color, before any heavy frosts. Pumpkins can go through 1 or 2 light frosts above 30° F. Cut stem at vine. Be careful not to damage fruit skin or handle to prevent issues in storage. Cure in the sun or indoors for about 1 week at 80° F. White pumpkins should be cured under cover once foliage has died back to discourage yellowing from direct sun exposure. Storage: Store in open crates with good ventilation at 50-60° F at 50-65% relative humidity.
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Smaller sister to Warty Goblin, makes for a great decorative display with high yields. Hard shell, soft warts.Limited Distribution Days To Maturity: 100-109 Color: Specialty Ir (intermediate Resistance): Pm Weight...
Unique mocha colored fruits will add another layer of panache to your assortment of chocolate, tan and brown displays. Spicy Mocha is a nicely ribbed, traditional shaped pumpkin with well...
An exciting new addition from the breeders of Blanco. Icicle offers that classic pumpkin shape and look in a small clean white version with a well attached sturdy handle. Pairs...
Flattened acorn like pumpkin is a cute, personal size with great flavor that is high in sugar content. Pairs well with Orangita and Casperita. Days To Maturity: 80-89 Color: Black...
This golden yellow pumpkin weighs in at 18# and is an eye-catching pumpkin for roadside stands and u pick fields. It pairs well with other colors to make dynamic displays....
Bright white flat pumpkin that was bred for stacking! Moon Stacker makes an incredible display that can be paired with Porcelain Doll, Blue Doll or any other stacking pumpkin. Slightly...
The cutest and smallest size member of the “Super Freak” series. Uniform, round, orange pie sized pumpkins are covered in green hard warts that will hold up throughout the fall...
An early maturing white pumpkin that holds white color. Days To Maturity: 100-109 Color: White Weight Range: 3 - 10 Lbs Days To Maturity: 100 Pvp (protected Variety Patent): N...
Bright white, flat pumpkin that was bred for stacking! Moon Stacker makes an incredible display that can be paired with Porcelain Doll, Blue Doll or any other stackers. Slightly larger...
Osborne Exclusive! A heavy variety that is uniformly large in size, shape and dark orange color with medium ribbing. Handles are long and thick with a dark color. Days To...
Unique, rich yellow color that is eye-catching in fall displays with an attractive dark handle that contrasts well with the bright skin color. Pairs well with Hot Chocolate and Bisbee...
Nearly perfect round shape and a semi-hard shell extends its shelf life. Days To Maturity: 90-99 Color: Orange Ir (intermediate Resistance): Pm Weight Range: 3 - 10 Lbs Days To...
Similar to Magic Lantern, but rounder with a durable handle.Limited Distribution Days To Maturity: 100-109 Color: Orange Ir (intermediate Resistance): Pm Weight Range: 20 - 35 Lbs Days To Maturity:...
Slightly ribbed sides and saturated uniform orange color make it a great pumpkin. Early maturing and strong yield. Days To Maturity: 90-99 Color: Orange Ir (intermediate Resistance): Pm Weight Range:...
Nearly perfect round shape and a semi-hard shell extends its shelf life. Days To Maturity: 90-99 Color: Orange Ir (intermediate Resistance): Pm Weight Range: 3 - 10 Lbs Days To...
This unique creamy, buttery, white to yellow heavily warted pumpkin will be sure to impress your customers this fall. Long well attached handles make Popcorn easy to carry too! Limited...
AAS Winner! True mini-pumpkin with precocious fruits which have very light ribbing. A great yielder and perfect for pairing with any small gourd mix. Days To Maturity: 90-99 Color: Orange...
This little pumpkin can take a lot of abuse! Nice straight dark green embedded handles, great yield potential and outstanding uniformity. Days To Maturity: 100-109 Color: Orange Weight Range:...
Large sized pumpkin, nicely ribbed with handle firmly rooted into the fruit.Limited Distribution Days To Maturity: 100-109 Color: Orange Ir (intermediate Resistance): Pm Weight Range: 20 - 35 Lbs Days...
This specialty pumpkin is light orange with white netting in a pattern that resembles a bloodshot eye. Makes a unique addition to decorative fall arrangements.
A tall upright pumpkin with “just” the right amount of surface area for carving. Uniform ribbing on a textured burnt orange surface with a well attached handle for your customers...
High yielding mini pumpkin is smaller than most other minis on the market with slender, long handles. Fruit grows close to center of plant in clusters, making it easy to...
Precocious, turning to solid orange early, great for fill in or short season areas.Limited Distribution Days To Maturity: 90-99 Color: Orange Ir (intermediate Resistance): Pm Weight Range: 10 - 20...
Yields 2 to 3 large traditional looking pumpkins, slightly taller than wide, with moderate ribbing and a good handle attachment.Limited Distribution Days To Maturity: 100-109 Color: Orange Ir (intermediate Resistance):...
Unusually colored, flattened mini pumpkin has a creamy color with flecking and ribs emphasized by bright orange stripes. The color of the stripes intensifies with maturity.
Big, barrel-shaped carver is very uniform and sets several large fruits per plant. 5” embedded handle with dark orange color. Days To Maturity: 100-109 Color: Orange Weight Range: 20 -...
Unique mocha colored fruits will add another layer of panache to your assortment of chocolate, tan and brown displays. Spicy Mocha is a nicely ribbed, traditional shaped pumpkin with well...
The eye-catching lemon colored pumpkin has medium ribbing with a strong handle. Days To Maturity: 100-109 Color: Yellow Ir (intermediate Resistance): Pm Weight Range: 10 - 20 Lbs Days To...
Bright white flat pumpkin that was bred for stacking! Moon Stacker makes an incredible display that can be paired with Porcelain Doll, Blue Doll or any other stacking pumpkin. Slightly...
VENDOR DISCONTINUED We recommend Scarface as an alternative: Click here to view Taller pumpkin with lots of warts, making a unique addition to fall displays. Days To Maturity: 100-109 Color:...
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