How do i grow pumpkins. Any tips?
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first buy a pumkin get the seeds out and plant it in a soil and water it everyday it'll grow that way
Manure works wonders :)
Step 1. Go to the store!
Step 2. Go to the Lawn & Garden Aisle!
Step 3. Pick up some Pumpkin Seeds!
Step 4. Go to the Cashier!
Step 5. Let her ring them up!
Step 6. Give her the amount due!
Step 7. Go back home.
Step 8. Where your garden is use a small garden shovel dig a straight line about 2" deep!
Step 9. Put the seeds in!
Step 10. Water Them!
Step 11. Let them grow!
good luck!
it all depends on what state you live in when you plant other than that, the back of the seed package could answer that question, whatever you do make sure you gave lots of space for growth, they do spread their greens all over...good luck in planting ...
Pumpkins are fun to grow; however, one should plant them prior to June 10 in our region. I do not know which region you are in...so I do not know the planting deadline for your region.
Some things to consider about pumpkins...there are mini pumpkins that may grow a half-dozen per plant. And, there are large pumpkins that may grow one or two per plant.
Pumpkins need to be "fed" with a plant food at the time of planting. Also, the condition of your soil is important. A pH of 7.0 should be acquired by use of lime, if necessary. Soil test kits are available via US Extension Agencies...usually affiliated with your State's University.
Plow or work the ground where you plan to plant the seed and add amendments such as compost or manure, as needed to produce a crumbly (not sticky) soil. Plant the seed at a depth of about 1 to 1.5 inches. One may use a "pie" pattern and plant 4 seed per "plate". This produces 4 plants per hill or plate. The pumpkin vines are vigorous. They go everywhere... it will be important to notice for blooms. They signify "where" a pumpkin should grow. If you are aiming for a "huge" pumpkin, they claim that allowing only one pumpkin per plant by cutting off the subsequent blossoms or fruits is one way to direct all the plant's energy toward the "one" selected pumpkin.
To prevent a cucurbit worm from infesting your plants, it is recommended that the "fruit" (pumpkin) be placed upon an object so that it is not in contact with the ground. A small flat metal can (such as a tuna can) or a roofing shingle may be used to reduce the diseases or bug infestations.
Providing a support or trellis for your pumpkins is a great way to build interest, as well as, help protect the pumpkin fruits from being in contact with the ground. If you have a pre-existing fence, grow your pumpkins near enough to allow them to "grow up" and add support with a sling to prevent the weight of the fruit from damaging the plant.
An easy way to have a pumpkin or two would be to purchase a good sized bag of all purpose soil with time released feed already in the bag. Select your seed. Place the bag in the area where you want the pumpkin and vines to grow. Poke a hole for each seed with probably no more than 4 holes per bag. Place a seed (or two) in each hole. Water regularly with sprinkler. You should have a pumpkin or two by October 15th. Harvest when they are their correct, ripe color i.e. white or orange.
There are a good number of ways to prepare pumpkins. The seeds are good roasted ( I prefer the Lumina pumpkins for seed roasting use). The shells may be cleaned, pared, sliced thinly and fried in a small amount of oil or butter until tender. One may bake a whole pumpkin in the oven at a moderate temperature until tender. It should be cleaned before baking. It may be served with butter for a delicious, sweet source of carotene. Or... you could just paint it or cut it for Halloween and then throw it to the elephants or hogs.
Enjoy! Excerpt below from source shown:
Burpee's
Pumpkin Prizewinner Hybrid
Customer Favorite
The colossal fruits are round and covered with smooth, glossy, bright red-orange skin.
120 days. Exhibition size pumpkins. The colossal fruits are round and covered with smooth, glossy, bright red-orange skin. A packet plants a 10-15' row. Burpee bred.
Plant 6-8' apart, sow in rows, thinning to one plant every 2-3'.
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