Growing Zones for Pumpkins
Pumpkins are warm-season plants that thrive in specific growing zones. The recommended growing zones for pumpkins in the U.S. are typically zones 3 to 9. …
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Companion Plants for Sunflowers
Take advantage of organic teamwork in your garden to deter garden pests, as well as weeds. Companion planting is a great way help plants protect each other.
For example, squash, peas, …
How to Grow a Valentine Garden with 16 Romantic Vegetables
You've heard of a fairy garden, an octopus's garden (in the shade!), and hanging gardens. Now it's time to add a valentine garden to the mix. What's more romantic than …
Growing Pumpkins in Containers
Can you grow pumpkins in a container? Well, it depends. Vining pumpkins that need 50 to 100 square feet of space to spread out? Maybe not. Giant pumpkins? Absolutely not. …
Planting Pumpkins in the Ground or in Raised Beds
Planting
Pumpkins grow better when you plant the seeds directly in the ground. Ideally, you should prepare your pumpkin patch a growing season in advance to give the soil the time …
Sun and Soil Requirements for Growing Pumpkins
Pumpkins like to feel the sun. All day. As you set up a spot for your pumpkin vines, look for space that gets full sun. If your garden climate is …
10+ Food Gardening Gadgets We Love
Gardening is only work if you make it! Maybe it's because I'm an elder-millennial, but I am totally fine with scoping out the latest gardening gadgets. Sure, I've wasted plenty …
Growing Pumpkins from Seeds or Seedlings
You can grow pumpkins from seeds or seedlings. Part of it depends on your preference, and part of it depends on your growing season. Check the seed packet for the …
Watering, Weeding, and Fertilizing your Pumpkin Plants
Watering Your Pumpkin Plants
Once your pumpkins are settled in—whether it’s in a container, a raised bed, or open ground—consistency is key when it comes to watering. If you don’t get …
Dealing with Pumpkin Diseases
Like all food crops, pumpkins are susceptible to various fungal diseases. Your best weapons against these are best planting practices, which help prevent disease in the first place.
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