Pumpkin
Pumpkin
Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture
- Varieties Grown~ 4 pack
- CONNECTICUT
- HOWDEN
- SMALL SUGAR
Garden
Vigorous
Full Sun
Attracts Pollinators
Moist, Well-Drained
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Choose a location with full sun (6-8 hours) and ample room for vines to spread. Water deeply and consistently (about 1 inch/week), focusing on the base to keep leaves dry and prevent rot. Train vines or use slings/netting to support heavy fruit as they grow.
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Garden
- Vigorous
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Creeping/Ground Cover
Foliage Color:
- Green
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Pumpkin
Common Name: Pumpkin
A large, round, typically orange winter squash, known for its ribbed rind, pulpy flesh, and numerous seeds, growing on a trailing vine with large leaves and yellow flowers; it's valued as food, for decoration, with varieties ranging greatly in size, color (green, white, red), and shape, though often associated with autumn.