Pumpkin - Jack OLantern

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Pumpkin - Jack OLantern

The soil should be kept evenly moist. They will store for month. Harvest before the first light frost or when the pumpkin foliage begins to dry out. The Pumpkin Jack O'Lantern, 'Cucurbita pepo', is bred to be the "size of a human head", so go ahead and carve a scary face. The wonderfully flavored flesh is great for making soups, muffins, casseroles, pies, and many other nutritious dishes. The pumpkins usually are 10 inches tall, 10 inches in diameter and weigh 10 to 18 pounds. The Jack O'Lantern is not just a great pumpkin for carving. Pumpkins prefer rich well drained soil that is high in organic matter. Plant in the spring 2 to 4 weeks after the last average frost date. In warm climates plant in February or late summer for fall harvest. ... more info

 

Broccoli - Super Blend This is much easier than buying separate varieties. Late summer planting is recommended in warm summer areas or short spring areas. Harvest the heads when buds are tight, just before they open into yellow flowers.

Pumpkin - Jack OLantern