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Pumpkin on a Stick Seeds
Pumpkin on a Stick Seeds
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A real conversation piece in the garden and in floral arrangements. Few people will guess what type of plant it is, but everyone loves the cute, little pumpkin-shaped fruits of this 1800s ornamental eggplant. Often added to fresh or dried florist arrangements. Also called 'Red China' or 'Scarlet Chinese' eggplant, the bitter fruits are used in Asian cooking.
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Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 65–70 days after transplanting
Family: Solanaceae
Native: Africa
Hardiness: Annual
Exposure: Full Sun
Bloom Period: Summer
Plant Dimensions: 3'–4' tall, 2'–3' wide
Variety Info: Purple star-shaped flowers followed by 2"–3" green fruits that ripen to an orange-red.
Attributes: Cut Flower, Frost Sensitive
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 2 to 4 weeks after your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 70°F.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 80°–90°F. Transplant outdoors when the soil temperature is at least 60°F.
Days to Emerge: 10–20 days
Seed Depth: ¼"
Seed Spacing: Start indoors; plant 24"–36" apart outside.
Thinning: Not required.
- Michele B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsFeb 3, 20255 Stars
Great seeds, fast delivery.
- Dottie H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsNov 19, 20235 Stars
Plan on planting in Spring 2024! They are so cute and unique! Can’t wait to see them grow!
- MichelleRated 5 out of 5 starsOct 23, 2025Great germination and healthy plants
It was really fun growing these. Almost every seed germinated and I got some lovely long branches full of fruit that I plant to dry for decorations. I do feel like the seed packet should come with a warning about how these sneaky little plants are covered in wicker thorns, even on the leaves! Imagine my surprise when I backed into the plant one day lol.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ExpertEGEpic GardeningOct 24, 2025Hey Michelle,
Thank you so much for this fantastic 5-star review! "Almost every seed germinated" and "lovely long branches full of fruit" is exactly what we love to hear about Pumpkin on a Stick Seeds - and we absolutely love that you're planning to dry them for decorations!
Ha! We totally understand your surprise about those sneaky thorns - they really are quite the hidden feature on these otherwise gorgeous plants! Thanks for the heads up about that unexpected encounter - other gardeners will definitely appreciate knowing to approach with a bit more caution when tending to their Pumpkin on a Stick plants!
Your excellent germination success and decorative harvest experience will be so inspiring for other gardeners who want to discover just how rewarding and fun Pumpkin on a Stick Seeds can be for creating those unique seasonal decorations!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Faith R.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJan 5, 20255 Stars
Have not planted this yet.......it is winter here in NE Iowa. Plan to start the seeds indoors about early April with the rest of my seeds I start under grow lights.
- Janice P.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJan 4, 20255 Stars
I buy your seeds for myself and friends and family, as they are quality and beautiful packaging with lots of information.
