Description
Cucurbita maxima
Big Max Pumpkin is an immense variety that is often a prizewinner in pumpkin contests. When properly nurtured, an individual fruit can exceed 100 pounds. The fruits have a pinkish-orange, ribbed skin. The flesh is yellow-orange, intensely flavored and fine for pies and cooking. The seeds make a delicious and nutritious snack.
Growing Tips for Big Max Pumpkin:
Pumpkins are friends with corn, melon and squash. You can also plant marigolds, nasturtium and oregano with your pumpkins to help deter pests. Very sensitive to frost, so wait until the days temps average 70 deg F. before putting out. Pumpkins do best when planted directly outside, but in areas with shorter growing times should start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost. Allow for good drainage, ample room and protect from wind. Mulching around the base of plants helps keep weeds out and moisture in.
Germ: 10-14 days
Maturity: 110-120 days
Net Wt. per Packet: 1 gram
Approximate Seed Count: 6-10 Seeds/Packet