{"product_id":"howden-pumpkin","title":"Howden Pumpkin","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_74d8e41ff351a269\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eHowden Pumpkin\u003c\/b\u003e is the definitive \"Jack-o'-lantern\" variety. Developed by John Howden in Massachusetts in the late 1960s, it revolutionized the pumpkin industry by creating the standard for size, shape, and shelf life.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSeed Packet Essentials\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/b\u003e 100+ days, 12+\/- Seeds per packet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFruit Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 20 – 30 lbs on average.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 inch deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/b\u003e Vigorous trailing vines (require plenty of space).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCultivation \u0026amp; Care Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eHowdens are hardy and reliable, but they are heavy feeders that love the heat of the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSowing Strategy:\u003c\/b\u003e Plant outdoors only after the soil has thoroughly warmed (at least 21°C). In shorter seasons, start indoors 3 weeks before the last frost in peat pots to avoid root disturbance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Hill\" Method:\u003c\/b\u003e Plant in \"hills\" (mounds of soil) spaced \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"60\"\u003e6 – 8 feet\u003c\/b\u003e apart. Sow 4–5 seeds per hill, then thin to the strongest 2 plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/b\u003e Consistent moisture is vital, especially during fruit set. Water at the base of the plant to keep foliage dry and prevent powdery mildew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Mix plenty of compost or aged manure into the site before planting. Use a balanced fertilizer throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matches Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51817577283864,"sku":"MS26-753P06-CS26","price":3.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/6497\/1032\/files\/howden-pumpkin-large-jack-o-lantern-pumpkin.png?v=1773429358","url":"https:\/\/matchesseeds.ca\/fr\/products\/howden-pumpkin","provider":"Matches Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}