Pumpkin Seeds produce a warm-season annual vegetable commonly known in the United States as pumpkin. Plants develop trailing vines with large leaves and produce round to oblong edible fruits. This vegetable thrives in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture. Pumpkins are suitable for garden beds, raised plots, and home gardens where ample space is available for vine growth.
Features
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Warm-season annual vegetable plant
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Trailing vine growth with large leaves
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Produces edible round or oblong fruits
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Adapted to warm climates and full sun
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Suitable for garden beds, raised plots, and home gardens
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Cucurbita pepo / Cucurbita maxima
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Common Name (US): Pumpkin
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Seed Type / Variety: Vegetable type
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Growth Habit: Trailing annual vine
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USDA Zones: 3–11 (grown as annual)
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Planting Season: Spring to early summer
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Growing Season: Summer to early fall
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Sowing Season:
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March–May (warm regions)
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April–June (temperate regions)
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Germination Time and Conditions: 7–10 days at 70–95°F (21–35°C)
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well-drained fertile soil, pH 6.0–7.5
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Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
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Mature Plant Size: Vines 10–20 feet long; spread 6–10 feet
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Plant Spacing: 36–48 inches apart; rows 6–10 feet apart