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Red Warty Thing Pumpkin Seeds

Red Warty Thing Pumpkin Seeds

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~0.57 g (~8 seeds)
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Developed from the 1897 heirloom 'Victor', which spent years in storage at the U.S. Seed Bank. Peculiar looking, but renowned for delicious flavor and fine texture. The bumpy, thick, red-orange skin protects the 10–20 pound pumpkins, allowing them to store for many months. Whether you carve it or eat it, 'Red Warty Thing' is sure to receive a lot of oohs and ahhs! 1–2 fruits on 10'–15' vines.

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Variety Info

Days to Maturity: 110 days

Family: Cucurbitaceae

Type: Pumpkin, Winter Squash (Learn more)

Native: Southern South America

Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual

Exposure: Full sun

Plant Dimensions: 10'–15' vines

Variety Info: 15"–18" diameter fruits weighing 18–20 pounds each, with bright red-orange, highly warted skin. 'Red Warty Thing' is a cross between 'American Turban' and 'Hubbard'-type squash, making it more of a squash than a pumpkin. Amount of "wartiness" can vary from fruit to fruit

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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  • Brian H.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Aug 31, 2024
    5 Stars

    This sure is a fun one to grow and prolific too. I have about 15 of these Red Warty Thing Pumpkins. I grew them because I want to try a variety of winter squash out. These are nice and sweet tasting too with very thick smooth flesh. 3" to 4" thick! Great for roasting. Some had lots of warts and some were smoother. I will definitely grow this one again.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
  • Hilary P.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Apr 13, 2024
    5 Stars

    You really can't go wrong with Botanical Interests seeds. They just grow. Never mind the bare cells in the photo. Birds got hungry.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
  • Isabelle G.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    Sep 30, 2024
    1 Star

    Germination rate was a little low. Then, the plants that did come up were weak. Some snapped off on a windy day. The clincher? 3 plants grew normally, but did not make a single pumpkin. I was really looking forward to some pretty red pumpkins. I didn’t get a single one.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Expert
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    Epic Gardening
    Oct 3, 2024

    Hey Isabelle,

    Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️

  • Audrey M.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Aug 5, 2024
    5 Stars

    Not ONE seed sprouted as an animal feasted on theses seeds repeatedly.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
  • Joanne W.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Jul 22, 2024
    5 Stars

    The seeds germinated quickly. The vines are growing in our Tennessee heat. Can't wait to harvest the red warty things.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Expert