Connecticut Field Pumpkin Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start their Connecticut field pumpkin seeds indoors a month before the last expected frost. Since pumpkins do not take well to transplanting, peat pots are the best option. Plant two seeds per pot, later clipping off the weaker seedling. Harden the seedlings by exposing them to the weather for several hours at a time during the week before transplanting. About a week after the last frost or when the soil temperature reaches an average of 60 degrees F, plant the seedlings in very rich soil 8-10' apart in rows 10-12' apart. Another option is to plant the seedlings in hills of two, 8-10' apart. To direct sow, plant the Connecticut field pumpkin seeds a week after frost 1/2" deep, 3-4' apart and thin to 8-10' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant pumpkins along with corn but avoid planting them with potatoes.
Growing: Since pumpkin seedlings do not tolerate frost, provide protective coverings if cold weather threatens. Keep the soil moist at all times, but avoid getting the leaves wet as this can cause diseases such as rot or mildew. When the vines begin to develop, a layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and control weeds; mulch also will keep the pumpkins clean and protect them from too much soil contact. By midsummer, pinch off all the blooms to concentrate the plant's energy on the developing pumpkins.
Harvesting: Pumpkins can be harvested as soon as the stem begins to dry and the skin becomes too hard to pierce with a fingernail. Because cold weather can damage pumpkins, they should be harvested before the first frost. Cut the stem with a sharp knife, leaving a 2-3" length." Do not carry the pumpkin by the stem; if the stem breaks off, use it as soon as possible, since this causes the pumpkin to deteriorate quickly. Cure the pumpkins in the sun or a dry location until the stem shrivels; do not wash pumpkins you intend to store. If kept in a 45-50 degrees F location with moderate humidity, most pumpkins will last for up to 5 months.
Seed Saving: By the time the pumpkin has been cured, the seeds are mature. Cut the pumpkin open, remove the pulp and seeds, and rinse off the pulp. Put the mixture in a bowl of water to remove the remaining pulp; the good seeds will sink. Remove the good seeds and spread them out to dry for 2-3 weeks, stirring them at times to make sure they dry completely. Store the Connecticut field pumpkin seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 4 years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: cucurbita pepo
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 180
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 20 Inches
Color: Orange
Happy
Prompt and accurate out of the gate is always a good sign. The packaging is top notch. Resealable with easy to read information that looks like it won’t fade. I’m sure if I have unused seeds they will be safe until next year. Haven’t planted yet, though I have high hopes.
NOT A PIE PUMPKIN
This is a strong and prolific pumpkin. And it is a storied heirloom. BUT...the flesh of this pumpkin is MUCH too moist for desirable pie-making. It does make good decoration and my pigs love to eat it. I would prefer another pumpkin of size for canning pie puree, and hope you will consider the Dickinson pumpkin. Libby cans the Dickinson for a good reason.
DESCRIPTION
IN-STOCK ORDERS SHIP THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY VIA THE US POST OFFICE.
With smooth, light orange rinds and flat bottoms, these big pumpkins are perfect for carving or baking. These are a nice sized pumpkin at 15" in diameter and weigh 25 pounds at maturity, which takes about 110 days. These heirloom pumpkins were grown by the first settlers in New England!HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start their Connecticut field pumpkin seeds indoors a month before the last expected frost. Since pumpkins do not take well to transplanting, peat pots are the best option. Plant two seeds per pot, later clipping off the weaker seedling. Harden the seedlings by exposing them to the weather for several hours at a time during the week before transplanting. About a week after the last frost or when the soil temperature reaches an average of 60 degrees F, plant the seedlings in very rich soil 8-10' apart in rows 10-12' apart. Another option is to plant the seedlings in hills of two, 8-10' apart. To direct sow, plant the Connecticut field pumpkin seeds a week after frost 1/2" deep, 3-4' apart and thin to 8-10' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant pumpkins along with corn but avoid planting them with potatoes.
Growing: Since pumpkin seedlings do not tolerate frost, provide protective coverings if cold weather threatens. Keep the soil moist at all times, but avoid getting the leaves wet as this can cause diseases such as rot or mildew. When the vines begin to develop, a layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and control weeds; mulch also will keep the pumpkins clean and protect them from too much soil contact. By midsummer, pinch off all the blooms to concentrate the plant's energy on the developing pumpkins.
Harvesting: Pumpkins can be harvested as soon as the stem begins to dry and the skin becomes too hard to pierce with a fingernail. Because cold weather can damage pumpkins, they should be harvested before the first frost. Cut the stem with a sharp knife, leaving a 2-3" length." Do not carry the pumpkin by the stem; if the stem breaks off, use it as soon as possible, since this causes the pumpkin to deteriorate quickly. Cure the pumpkins in the sun or a dry location until the stem shrivels; do not wash pumpkins you intend to store. If kept in a 45-50 degrees F location with moderate humidity, most pumpkins will last for up to 5 months.
Seed Saving: By the time the pumpkin has been cured, the seeds are mature. Cut the pumpkin open, remove the pulp and seeds, and rinse off the pulp. Put the mixture in a bowl of water to remove the remaining pulp; the good seeds will sink. Remove the good seeds and spread them out to dry for 2-3 weeks, stirring them at times to make sure they dry completely. Store the Connecticut field pumpkin seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 4 years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: cucurbita pepo
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 180
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 20 Inches
Color: Orange
Reviews
Review
Happy
Prompt and accurate out of the gate is always a good sign. The packaging is top notch. Resealable with easy to read information that looks like it won’t fade. I’m sure if I have unused seeds they will be safe until next year. Haven’t planted yet, though I have high hopes.
Review
NOT A PIE PUMPKIN
This is a strong and prolific pumpkin. And it is a storied heirloom. BUT...the flesh of this pumpkin is MUCH too moist for desirable pie-making. It does make good decoration and my pigs love to eat it. I would prefer another pumpkin of size for canning pie puree, and hope you will consider the Dickinson pumpkin. Libby cans the Dickinson for a good reason.