Pumpkin Seeds – Loose/Bulk, OP for Home Vegetable Gardens | 25 Seeds

Growing Guide

1. Soil Preparation: Use well-draining, fertile soil enriched with plenty of compost or well-rotted organic manure. A pH range of 6.0–6.8 works best.
2. Sowing: Soak seeds in water for 12–24 hours before sowing to improve germination. Sow at a depth of 2–3 cm, in small mounds if possible.
3. Spacing: Maintain 1.5–2 meters spacing between plants, as pumpkin vines sprawl extensively across the ground.
4. Watering: Water every 2–3 days, keeping soil consistently moist, especially during flowering and fruit development.
5. Sunlight: Requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for strong vine growth and good fruit set.
6. Training: Allow vines to sprawl naturally on the ground, or train onto a very sturdy trellis if space is limited, supporting heavy fruits as they develop.
7. Fertilizing: Apply organic compost or diluted liquid fertilizer every 2–3 weeks, especially once flowering begins.
8. Pest Management: Watch for fruit flies and red pumpkin beetles. Use neem oil spray as a natural, safe control method.
9. Harvesting: Ready to harvest in 90–100 days, once the fruit develops a deep orange color and the skin hardens. Cut with a portion of stem attached.
10. Harvest Tip: Cured pumpkins (left in the sun for a few days after harvest) develop a tougher skin and store considerably longer.