Organic Pumpkin Howden
Organic Pumpkin Howden
Matures in 110 Days
Original strain of the best selling pumpkin in the US. Similar to Connecticut Field, but more uniform averaging 20-25 lbs. Produces symmetrical round fruit with extra thick flesh that are ideal for fall decorations, Jack O’Lanterns or making pies.
SOWING…Plant seed outdoors in late spring after the ground has warmed and all danger of frost is past. Make a group of 3 to 5 seeds placed in a ring about 2 inches across; cover with ½ inch of fine soil, well pressed down. Each ring of seeds is called a hill and hills should be spaced 6 to 10 feet apart.
THINNING…When plants are 2 to 3 inches tall, thin, leaving the 3 strongest plants in each hill.
GERMINATION…Germinates in 7 to 14 days depending on soil and temperature conditions.
REMARKS…May also be planted in rows 6-10 feet apart spacing plants 2-3 feet apart in the row. May also be planted in among corn. Cut from vines with pruning shears leaving 3” of stem.Share
