Tag: Pumpkin

Wet and soggy: Too much rain can delay planting and cause crops to rot. Mildews, which thrive in wet conditions, can damage leaves and stems or kill pumpkin vines and fruits. Hot and dry: Dry, hot weather can cause pumpkins to produce too many male blossoms and too few female blossoms, resulting in a smaller […]

Pumpkins grow voraciously in the garden, covering planting beds in a single season. To support the rapid and extensive growth, pumpkins require deep, weed-free soil at the base of the plant but the vines can trail beyond the garden bed and sprawl over grass and lawns without hindering growth. Where do pumpkins grow best? Sun […]

Pumpkin has other health benefits besides just increases your deep sleep. It can also lower blood pressure, boost your vision, and help you have a healthier heart. Why does pumpkin make me tired? Tryptophan is an amino acid that promotes sleep. Additionally, the zinc found in pumpkin seeds is also used in the body to […]

We are talking about white pumpkin and apple juice that will help you lose weight and cut belly fat naturally. Nutritionally, pumpkins are very rich and are devoid of cholesterol, sodium and fats. This is what makes pumpkins ideal for including in your weight loss diets. Is pumpkin a fat burner? Simply put, pumpkin is […]

“Pumpkin is an excellent laxative for two reasons,” says Niket Sonpal, MD, internist and gastroenterologist in New York City. “The first is that it’s high in fiber, and fiber is your colon’s best friend. Can pumpkin give you diarrhea? In the first case, an adult woman started suffering from digestive issues including nausea, vomiting and […]

As you probably know at this point, pumpkins require full sun to grow. Avoid placing them in any shady area and do not use partial shade as well. These plants achieve their maximum growth potential under full sun. How hot is too hot for pumpkins? Pumpkins grow and produce best at daytime temperatures of about […]

Soil Preparation Pumpkins and squash can be grown successfully on almost any good soil where they will receive full sunlight throughout the day. Sandy soils high in organic matter are best because the soul will warm up fast and drain quickly. If the soil is heavy (clay), it might help to add sand and organic […]

Answer. A pumpkin, from a botanist’s perspective, is a fruit because it’s a product of the seed-bearing structure of flowering plants. Vegetables, on the other hand, are the edible portion of plants such as leaves, stems, roots, bullbs, flowers, and tubers. Does pumpkin count as a vegetable? The answer may surprise you! A pumpkin is, […]

Pumpkins grow and produce best at daytime temperatures of about 65° to 75°F, and while many varieties tolerate heat, growth and fruiting may be diminished at temperatures above 85°F. This creates a conundrum for California gardeners in hot-summer areas who want to grow pumpkins for Halloween. Is heat bad for pumpkins? “When it gets to […]

berry. Botanically, pumpkin fruits are a type of berry known as a pepo. What category of fruit is a pumpkin? A pumpkin is technically a berry. The word “berry” is define as “simple, fleshy fruit that usually has many seeds” and actually encompasses a whole lot more than you may have previously thought. Is an […]

starchy vegetables. Yes, it’s true that winter squashes such as acorn, butternut, buttercup, hubbard and pumpkin are starchy vegetables and, as such, they contain more carbohydrates than vegetables like leafy greens, cauliflower and bell peppers. (Zucchini and other summer squashes are non-starchy vegetables and are low in carbohydrate.) Do pumpkins have starch? Pumpkin is fairly […]

Pumpkins are thirsty, and big pumpkins are even more so, but you can easily over-water. Be sure to keep the soil moist, but not wet. Water whenever the soil feels dry to the touch. With enough moisture and nutrition, giant pumpkins can grow over 30 pounds in a single day. Do pumpkins grow better in […]

If the temperature drops lower than 32°F, it may be almost impossible to protect the squash and pumpkins. Picking them is the only option left open. If frost is not an issue, winter squash or pumpkins can be harvested when the plant’s leaves die. How cold can pumpkins tolerate? The best storage temperature for pumpkins […]

Pumpkins like and need a lot of water, but don’t plant pumpkins in wet or dense soil. They need good, well-drained soil. Do pumpkins grow better in wet or dry soil? Pumpkins require moisture for best development, but they can’t tolerate overly wet soils that become muddy and waterlogged after rain or irrigation. Sites with […]

Sandy soils. Soil Preparation Pumpkins and squash can be grown successfully on almost any good soil where they will receive full sunlight throughout the day. Sandy soils high in organic matter are best because the soul will warm up fast and drain quickly. If the soil is heavy (clay), it might help to add sand […]

Yes, pumpkin plants will die after harvest. Pumpkins are an annual plant, meaning that they only survive for one year – long enough to produce fruit and spread seeds to reproduce. Keep in mind that an early fall frost can kill pumpkin plants before their time. How long will pumpkins keep growing? Pumpkins grow in […]

In the past few years, pumpkin-spice everything has transformed this fruit from the thing of Jack-O-Lanterns to a year-round delight. And yes, you read that right: Pumpkin is a fruit. Although we tend to think of the squash as a vegetable, it’s officially a fruit of the vine. Can pumpkins be bought all year round? […]

Uncarved pumpkins can last two to three months if kept out of the hot sun or freezing temperatures. Carved pumpkins may last only a few days, so time your carving accordingly if you want to display them on Halloween. Can you get pumpkins all year round? In the past few years, pumpkin-spice everything has transformed […]

To support the rapid and extensive growth, pumpkins require deep, weed-free soil at the base of the plant but the vines can trail beyond the garden bed and sprawl over grass and lawns without hindering growth. How do you keep weeds down from pumpkins? Sandea (halosulfuron) is an herbicide registered for pre- and postemergence application […]

READ 2 Corinthians 5:17, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” SAY: We created a new pumpkin by cleaning out the yucky insides and carving a happy face. This is a new creation, a jack-o-lantern, with a joy-filled face. Jesus does that with […]