New Moon Hybrid Pumpkin F1
New Moon Pumpkin is a hybrid, jumbo white pumpkin with vigorous vines and fruits that average 45 lbs. Great for carving or fall decorating. Large, thick stems for easy harvesting and handling. C. pepo. 100 days to maturity. Treated.
10 seeds per packet
Description
Be sure to check out our Pumpkin Growing Guide to learn how to successfully grow pumpkins at home.
New Moon Pumpkin is a hybrid, jack-o-lantern pumpkin variety that produces jumbo, white pumpkins that are sure to make a statement. This variety is considered the most vigorous, large, white pumpkin variety with strong, full vines. These pumpkins average 45 lbs, but have gotten as large as 75 lbs in trials. New Moon pumpkins average 16" in diameter.
New Moon Pumpkin produces bright white pumpkins that are smooth with slight ribbing. They have long handles for easy harvesting and handling. The white rind and flesh are very thick, making this a great variety for carving or decorating along a porch or doorstep.
Pumpkins may be direct seeded or transplanted, although we highly recommend direct seeding. To ensure a good stand, we recommend planting Seeds every 12" along the intended row. Once plants emerge, thin plants to one every 2 feet.
Pumpkins can be susceptible to plant diseases like downy mildew and powdery mildew if leaves receive excess moisture. As a result, we recommend using drip irrigation on winter squash to reduce plant moisture and feed plants more effectively. During periods of heavy rainfall, using a fungicide like Liquid Copper can help to alleviate disease pressure as well.
Pumpkins are a crop that will produce a one-time harvest at the end of the growing season. They should be harvested when plants die back and the fruits obtain their full color. Stem hardness is also an indication of fruit maturity. Once stems harden, fruits are ready for harvest using a set of pruning shears.
Pumpkins can be stored in a cool, dry place for several months, depending on variety and sugar content. Once fruits are harvested, remove the plants from the garden to prevent any fungal spores from overwintering and becoming a problem in future years. Proper crop rotation is extremely important with all pumpkin varieties to reduce disease and pest pressure.
New Moon Pumpkin Planting Information
Planting Method: direct seed
When to Plant: after last frost
Planting Depth: 1/2"
Seed Spacing: 18-24"
Row Spacing: 5-6'
Days to Maturity: 100
Disease Resistance: None
