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Howden Pumpkin Seeds

Howden Pumpkin Seeds

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~3.0 g (~12 seeds)
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When you see the perfect carving pumpkin for sale, it's probably 'Howden', developed in the 1970s by John Howden in Massachusetts as the ideal decorative pumpkin. John's son, Bruce, carries on the family tradition so you can grow your own! These bright orange pumpkins have strong handles, thick walls, and defined ribs that add to its characteristic Halloween look. Each plant produces 1–2, 18–22 pound pumpkins on long vines.

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Variety Info

Days to Maturity: 110 days

Family: Cucurbitaceae

Type: Pumpkin, Winter Squash (Learn more)

Native: Southern United States and Mexico

Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual

Exposure: Full sun

Plant Dimensions: 10'–15' vines

Variety Info: Fruits are 12"–16" round and average 18–22 lbs. with medium-grained, pale orange flesh. 1–2 fruits per plant.

Attributes: Frost Sensitive

Sowing Info

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 2 to 4 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–90°F.

When to Start Inside: Not recommended except in very short growing seasons, 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly in the ground. Transplant after your average last frost date, when weather is warm and settled.

Days to Emerge: 7–14 days

Seed Depth: 1"

Seed Spacing: 2–3 seeds per mound

Row Spacing: 4'–6' apart

Thinning: When several leaves, thin to 1 –2 per mound

Growing Info

Harvesting: Harvest pumpkins before the first fall frost, and when foliage has begun to dry out. Cut stem with a knife, leaving 3"–4" of stem on the pumpkin. Do not hold the pumpkin by the stem; if stem attachment gets broken, or any part of the pumpkin bruises, the pumpkin may rot. Brush off any dirt or leaves. Ideally, cure at 80°-85°F and 80–85% humidity or a warm, sunny spot with good air circulation for 1 to 2 weeks before eating or storage. Do not allow harvested fruit to get wet.

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  • Ashlie N.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Feb 17, 2025
    5 Stars

    I wanted to do another review of these to show how great they turned out!! In the first photo, the pumpkin grew into the retention wall & it formed that face on its own. Very excited to grow more this year :D

  • Melissa M.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Dec 31, 2024
    5 Stars

    First time growing pumpkins this fall. We had 7 total! 5 Howden and 2 Cinderella. Grew in a small space too. It was very fun.

  • Ashlie N.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Jun 21, 2024
    5 Stars

    First time growing pumpkins & these are 10/10 so far! I had 100% germ rate & I swear those leaves doubled in size overnight 🤭👍🏼

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner
  • Holly W.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Sep 29, 2023
    5 Stars

    I am so excited to grow these pumpkins! I have never grown them before.

    I’ve harvested 5 with 3 still growing in the garden. They’ve ranged from 14 to 25 lbs!

    I had to remove squash bugs from the stems but I mastered it! All it took was 99% rubbing alcohol and a pair of tweezers. Being a newbie to pumpkins, I’ll know better next year to make sure the stems are completely covered with soil to prevent the infestation.

  • Annabelle B.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Jun 18, 2024
    5 Stars

    First time trying this variety. Germination took a little longer than I expected, so I kept reseeding my mounds thinking the squirrels were eating the seeds, only 3 weeks later to find them all germinated 😂 Time to thin haha.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate