10 Heirloom Small Sugar Pumpkin Seeds – Sweet Pie Baking Variety

Small Sugar Pumpkin is a classic heirloom variety prized for its sweet, dense orange flesh and compact size, making it a favorite for homemade pumpkin pie and fall baking. These pumpkins typically grow to about 6–8 inches in diameter and weigh around 4–8 pounds, perfect for roasting and pureeing. The vines are productive and well-suited to garden beds or larger containers, adding autumn charm to any vegetable patch.

Whether you're a home baker or a gardener looking to grow your own pie pumpkins, Small Sugar delivers reliable flavor and texture. The round, slightly flattened fruits store well and are easy to handle, making them a practical choice for seasonal cooking and decorating.

Plant Features

• Heirloom variety known for sweet, smooth flesh ideal for pies and baking
• Compact fruits typically 6–8 inches in diameter and 4–8 pounds
• Productive vines with good disease resistance for home gardens
• Fruits store well after harvest for extended use
• Attractive round shape with classic orange color

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Vining
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: Vines spread 6–10 feet
• Spacing: 24–36 inches between plants

Planting & Care

Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date, when soil has warmed to at least 60°F (15°C). Plant seeds about 1 inch deep in hills or rows, spacing 24–36 inches apart. Keep soil evenly moist during germination, which typically takes 7–14 days. Once seedlings emerge, thin to the strongest plants.

Provide consistent watering throughout the growing season, especially during fruit development. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest when the rind is hard and the fruit has reached full color, typically 90–100 days after planting. Cut with a few inches of stem attached for best storage.

What's Included

10 Heirloom Small Sugar Pumpkin Seeds