Pumpkin Plants - Pumpkin 'Howden', Pumpkin 'Cinderella',Pumpkin 'New England Pie'

An annual vine that is native to tropical regions, with actual country origin unknown. Grown by the Greek and
Romans, who referred to them as large cucumbers. Also grown inter-planted with corn in Native American gardens.
Pumpkins have been cultivated for centuries, and continue to be one of the most widely used members of the cucurbita
genus.
The pumpkin is a monoecious plant, which is a plant having separate male and female flowers. In order for a
monoecious plant to bear fruit it has to be pollinated from insects (bees, wasp, etc.), wind, or by hand. These pumpkin
flowers are borne on sprawling vines that cover a wide area, and produce multiple fruits per plant.
Pumpkins are widely cultivated for their delicious orange flesh and ability to store well into winter. The delicious fruits
are great in pies, breads, and many other desserts. Pumpkins also make great fall decorations and jack-o-laterns.

GROWING TIPS
Plant in a well-drained soil with a pH range of 6.0 - 7.0, that is high in organic matter. Needing a 4 month period of
comparatively hot weather and even soil moisture to produce quality fruits. Apply a good straw or hay mulch around
pumpkins to keep a nice even soil moisture. In poor soils digging a large planting hole and backfilling with compost will
increase yields and enable a more even soil moisture.
Exhibition pumpkins are normally grown in straight compost and fruits are culled down to one large fruit per plant.

Pumpkin 'Rouge Vif D'Etampes'


	HEIRLOOM The classic Cinderella pumpkin that is deeply ribbed with a flattened profile. For over a hundred years this pumpkin has inspired people with its uniquely shaped design. A nice decoration pumpkin that also makes full flavored pies and desserts. Fruit Size: 5 - 40 lbs Spacing: 5' - 6' Days to Maturity: 110 - 150


		$2.95

Pumpkin 'Howden'


	Large ribbed pumpkin with sturdy handles. An improved Connecticut field type that was developed by John Howden. Great pumpkin for jack-o-laterns, and for storing into winter. The orange flesh is great for pies and desserts. Fruit Size: 20 - 25 lbs Spacing: 5' - 6' Days to Maturity: 110 - 120

		$2.75

Pumpkin 'Small Sugar'


	HEIRLOOM A standard pie pumpkin from the 1800s that has exceptional quality. Quick growing vines bear top quality fruits that have sweet flesh, which is string-less and makes perfect pumpkin pies. The compact size makes this pumpkin perfect for storing. Fruit Size: 5 - 8 lbs Spacing: 2' - 3' Days to Maturity: 100 - 110


		$2.55

	Streambank Gardens "Growing with Nature"

Pumpkin Plants

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