Painted Pumpkins

Harvest King will produce a consistent 25-35 lb pumpkin. This larger variety has excellent yield and quality almost 100% of the fruit are marketable.

Thick, sweet flesh make this a great choice for cooking! An older, smaller pumpkin variety, the Small Sugar is excellent for pies. This pumpkin is very fine-grained, sweet and sugary, and keeps well.

The fruit matures in 120 days from planting on vigorous vines. Compare to Prizewinner F1. The size of this pumpkin will range from 50 lb to a whopping 150 lb with color superior to the Atlantic types, this will be a great addition for those who want the...

They usually average 12 inches in height and diameter. One of the oldest American pumpkins around. The pumpkin's rind is hard but thin and slightly ribbed. Dating back to 1700's. The flesh is sweet, thick and course.

Grows to 18-24″ diameter and weighs in usually between 40-60 lbs but get over 100 lbs. Mammoth Gold has skin mottled with pinkish-orange and yellow, thick pale yellow-orange flesh, edible but coarse, used for pies and novelty.

A sister to our Cinderella pumpkin but this one has multiple colors. Antique French heirloom that is beautiful and great for ornamental purposes.

The pumpkins will grow at an astonishing pace if given adequate nutrients and spacing. Fruits with ease. Pumpkins have rough skin and beautiful ribbing. Dill's Atlantic Giant pumpkin seed can produce some of the largest pumpkins in the world! Past winner...

This flat pumpkin can weight between 10 to 15 pounds! This pumpkin has deep ribs that make for an appealing autumn display. Also makes a delicious eating quality, this pumpkin is aromatic, succulent, and sugary.

IR indicates intermediate resistance. Leave on vine until fully mature, rinds should be firm. Keep soil evenly moist but not wet as too much moisture causes seed to rot. Days to maturity are calculated from date of direct seeding.

Pumpkins require uniform irrigation totaling 15-20 inches of water during the growing season. Store at 55-70°F and 70% relative humidity HR indicates high resistance. Start indoors 3-4 weeks prior to anticipated transplant date in 4 inch pots.

Casper's skin has less bluing than many other white varieties. Handle is tan with a corky texture. A white skinned ornamental pumpkin with thick orange flesh of excellent eating quality, 9-12 inch diameter, 10-16 pound.

The deep orange flesh is very fine grained, one of the best for baking. Gorgeous, big flat fruits are heavily ribbed and look similar to large wheels of cheese. Fairytale fruit average 20 lb and ripen to a rich brown when fully ripe.

Bee attractant flowers or beehives will help yields — misshapen or non-developing fruit is often the result of poor pollination. Wash gently in a solution of 10 parts water and 1 part bleach, carefully removing all dirt, then store in a warm, dry location.

Bee attractant flowers or beehives will help yields — misshapen or non-developing fruit is often the result of poor pollination. Wash gently in a solution of 10 parts water and 1 part bleach, carefully removing all dirt, then store in a warm, dry location.

Pumpkins require uniform irrigation totaling 15-20 inches of water during the growing season. Store at 55-70°F and 70% relative humidity HR indicates high resistance. Start indoors 3-4 weeks prior to anticipated transplant date in 4 inch pots.

Bee attractant flowers or beehives will help yields — misshapen or non-developing fruit is often the result of poor pollination. Wash gently in a solution of 10 parts water and 1 part bleach, carefully removing all dirt, then store in a warm, dry location.

Bee attractant flowers or beehives will help yields — misshapen or non-developing fruit is often the result of poor pollination. Wash gently in a solution of 10 parts water and 1 part bleach, carefully removing all dirt, then store in a warm, dry location.

Time plantings so that varieties will mature for the fall market. In-row spacing varies depending on fruit size and is generally: small, 18-24"; medium, 24-36" and large to extra-large, 36-72".

Squash bug eggs found on the undersides of leaves may be crushed by hand. Row covers should be removed when plants begin to flower. Germinate at 75-95°F/24-35°C. Time plantings so that varieties will mature for the fall market.

Spacing requirements may vary, so check for individual variety recommendations.Common cucurbit diseases include powdery mildew, downy mildew, bacterial wilt, and phytophthora. We recommend planting at 2' in-row spacing.

Squash bug eggs found on the undersides of leaves may be crushed by hand. Row covers should be removed when plants begin to flower. Germinate at 75-95°F/24-35°C. Time plantings so that varieties will mature for the fall market.

Moschata types are less susceptible to vine borers. Avoid picking up fruits by handles and take care not to damage the skin/rind. Yield: 2 fruits/plant. Overexposure to sun in the field after maturity and foliage dieback reduces fruit and handle color...

Thin with scissors to 1 plant/container or cell with scissors. Time plantings so that varieties will mature for the fall market. Handle seedlings carefully; minimal root disturbance is best.Sow in late spring when soil is at least 70°F/21°C and frost...

Thin to 1 plant per spacing interval after seedlings are established.For between-row spacing, bush plants require 4-5', short-vine habits require 6' and long-vine habits generally require 12'.

If necessary, check with your local Cooperative Extension Service agent for specific control options.Cucumber beetles, squash bugs, and vine borers are all common pests for cucurbits.