25 Blue Doll Pumpkin Seeds – Heirloom Cucurbita Maxima
$27.40
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25 Blue Doll Pumpkin Seeds – Heirloom Cucurbita Maxima
$27.40
Blue Doll Pumpkin is a distinctive heirloom variety of Cucurbita maxima, prized for its unique blue-grey skin and sweet, deep orange flesh. These pumpkins are medium-sized, typically weighing 8-12 pounds, with a flattened, ribbed shape that makes them excellent for fall displays, cooking, and baking. The unusual color adds a striking element to autumn decor and garden harvests.
As an heirloom, Blue Doll Pumpkin is open-pollinated and can be saved for seed, connecting gardeners to a piece of horticultural history. The plants are vigorous vines that produce reliably in full sun and well-drained soil, making them a rewarding choice for home gardeners and market growers alike.
Plant Features
- Unique blue-grey skin with bright orange flesh
- Medium-sized fruit, typically 8-12 pounds
- Sweet, flavorful flesh ideal for pies, soups, and roasting
- Heirloom, open-pollinated variety
- Excellent for fall decorations and culinary use
Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima
- Plant Type: Annual vegetable (winter squash)
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
- Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Growth Habit: Vining
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9 (grown as annual)
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Mature Height: Vines can spread 10-15 feet
- Spacing: 24-36 inches between plants
Planting & Care
Sow Blue Doll Pumpkin seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date, when soil temperatures have warmed to at least 70°F (21°C). Plant seeds 1 inch deep in hills or rows, spacing 24-36 inches apart. For earlier starts, begin seeds indoors 2-4 weeks before the last frost in biodegradable pots to minimize root disturbance.
Provide consistent moisture, especially during flowering and fruit development. Mulch around plants to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Feed with a balanced fertilizer according to package directions. Harvest when the rind is hard and the stem begins to dry, typically 90-110 days after planting. Cure pumpkins in a warm, dry place for 7-10 days before storage to improve keeping quality.
What's Included
25 Blue Doll Pumpkin Seeds