Size: Full-sized vines grow up to 12 feet long; miniature vines grow 5 to 6 feet long. Each vine produces separate male and female flowers and develops several fruits per vine.
Sunlight requirements: Full sun (A minimum of six hours is ideal.)
Water requirements: About 1 inch per week
Soil requirements: Highly fertile soil, rich in organic matter
When to plant: Direct-seed in late spring when soil temperatures reach 65 degrees F, or start seeds indoors in peat pots three weeks before transplanting.
Where to plant: Garden
When to harvest: 100 to 120 days after seeding, when pumpkin rinds have fully colored and hardened
Produce storage: Store in a cool, dry place (55 to 65 degrees is ideal) for several months. Harvest with several inches of stem intact for optimum shelf life.
