Pumpkin Seeds - Big Max HEIRLOOM - OPEN POLLINATED
- Orange; 100+ Pounds
- 110 Days to Harvest
- Prefers full sun exposure
Availability & Turnaround Time
All seeds are shipped year-round, while flower bulbs are shipped on a seasonal basis. Typical turnaround times for in-stock items is between 2 – 5 business days.
| Category | Shipping Period |
|---|---|
| All Seeds: | |
| Zones 2 – 10 | Year-Round |
| Spring Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Warmest Regions First): | |
| Zones 8 – 10 | Early-Mid March |
| Zones 7 | Mid-Late March |
| Zones 6 | Late March - Early April |
| Zones 5 | Early-Mid April |
| Zones 2 – 4 | Late April - Early May |
| Fall Planted Bulbs & Perennials (Coldest Regions First*): | |
| Zones 2-4 | Mid September |
| Zones 5 | Mid-Late September |
| Zones 6 | Late September |
| Zones 7 | Late September - Early October |
| Zones 8-10 | Early October |
We try our utmost to maintain reliable inventory of all products, and are very proud of our record in doing so. However, as we are a company engaged in what Mother Nature provides, we do sometimes experience shortages and crop failures beyond our control. If, for any reason, we are required to backorder any portion of your order, rest assured we will keep you apprised of updated shipping information and/or any other options that may satisfy your needs and wishes.
Product Description
Grow Heirloom Pumpkins - Plant Big Max Pumpkin Seeds
The name says it all – these are the monster pumpkins that will amaze your family, friends, and neighbors! Giant and beautiful, Big Max vegetable seeds have set the standard for the stealth pumpkin. Excellent for carving, baking, and just plain showin' off.
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Fast Facts
Name: Big Max Pumpkin Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima "Big Max" Type: Heirloom Size at Maturity: 100+ Pounds Days to Maturity: 110 Days Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Time: Warm Season Sowing Method: Direct Sow Planting Depth: 1-1 1/2" Plant Spacing: 48" Seeds per Pound: NA Hardiness Zones: All Ships: Year-round Average Seeds Per Packet: ~15-20 -
Planting Instructions
Pumpkin Planting info:
Plant your pumpkin seeds outside after all chance of frost has passed and the soil temperature is 65 F. Even though pumpkins need a lot of room to grow, we always plant more pumpkin seeds than we think we may need to increase the chance of each vine setting fruit. Plan on needing a minimum of 20 square feet for each plant – this can be found on the edge of the garden where the vines can trail down, or in an unconventional spot in your yard that has ample space.
The warmer the soil, the faster the seeds will germinate, so mound the soil to help the sun heat it faster. Plant 3-5 pumpkin seeds about 1 inch deep in each mound. Once they germinate, thin to 2 of the healthiest sprouts.
Pumpkins are 80-90% water, so they need a lot of it to grow. The secret is to only water pumpkins when they need it. If the plant looks healthy, there is no need to water daily. When the soil is dry and the plant looks limp, give it a long deep drink. Deep but infrequent watering results in a healthier plant.
Most pumpkin varieties take between 85-125 days to mature. If you would like to have pumpkins on October 1st, count backwards to decide when to plant.
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