The 2025 giant pumpkin grow has concluded, and it’s time to summarize the insights I’ve gained before they fade from memory. Each year of growing giant pumpkins brings new lessons and presents unique challenges. No two years have the same weather, and no two seeds are alike. Additionally, I test new equipment, amendments, and products […]
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Welcome, fellow garden enthusiasts! Let’s go over some tips for growing pumpkins! Today, we’re diving deep into the world of pumpkin plant cultivation, unraveling the mysteries, and sharing the keys to growing a thriving pumpkin plant right in your own backyard. My focus is on Atlantic Giant Pumpkins; however, the strategies can be used for
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Really, how can a giant pumpkin write an autobiography? It isn’t possible. True, pumpkins can’t write, and it takes some creative thinking to pretend they can. Giant pumpkins can do things humans can’t. They can grow more than 50 pounds (ca. 23 kg) a day. For fun, this autobiography is written by Hue, the pretty
Pumpkins come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. There are miniatures, big ones, orange ones, red ones, bumpy ones, smooth ones. Learning about big pumpkins is a pursuit of mine and is fun and interesting. What are big pumpkins? What qualifies as a big pumpkin? Greater than 100 pounds (ca. 45 kg)? Or does it
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Curious about cultivating a colossal 2,000-pound pumpkin? Whether you’re aiming to introduce an Atlantic Giant Pumpkin to your garden this year, delve into the secrets of giant gourd growth right here. In this short guide, I’ll cover everything from choosing the right location to harvesting your pumpkins. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just
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Ever found yourself pondering the possibility of germinating giant pumpkin seeds within the confines of a dedicated grow tent? I’ve embarked on this fascinating journey myself. Initially, I kickstarted the process by germinating the seeds on a seedling heat mat, ensuring optimal conditions for their initial development before making the transition to peat pots. Unlike
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Almost everyone has seen pictures of giant pumpkins, and many people want to learn how to grow giant pumpkins. Growing a giant pumpkin is not as difficult as it may seem, but there are some things that you need to know in order to be successful. In this blog post, we will discuss the basics
Backyard Big Growing Atlantic Giant Pumpkins In Your Backyard This is a book about growing giant pumpkins. There is a lot of information written about the growing of giant pumpkins. Many resources delve into the details of growing in a general sense and primarily ignore the difference between a backyard grower and a grower with
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