{"product_id":"small-sugar-pumpkin-seeds-organic","title":"Pumpkin, Small Sugar - Organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmall Sugar Pumpkin is a classic heirloom variety known for its petite size, rich flavor, and versatility. Each pumpkin weighs 5-7 pounds, making it the perfect size for baking into pies, roasting, or using as fall decorations. The smooth, orange skin and firm, tender flesh are ideal for both culinary and ornamental purposes. Thriving in full sun and nutrient-rich, well-draining soil, Small Sugar Pumpkins mature in 90-100 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact vines make them an excellent choice for smaller gardens or limited spaces. This variety is easy to grow and highly productive, yielding multiple pumpkins per plant. Small Sugar Pumpkin’s sweet, flavorful flesh is perfect for traditional pumpkin pies, soups, and purees. Its manageable size and exceptional taste make it a favorite among home gardeners. Whether you’re growing for the kitchen or the season’s décor, this pumpkin variety delivers charm and flavor in abundance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin\u003c\/strong\u003e - Small Sugar - \u003ci\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTender Annual\u003c\/strong\u003e A standard since the 1800s, Small Sugar is the classic pumpkin for pies and canning. The dark orange, deeply ribbed rind has fine-grained, stringless, sweet, thick, yellow flesh. Fruit grows 6\"-9\" in diameter, weighing 5-8 pounds each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/strong\u003e Pumpkins are an excellent source of vitamin A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pumpkins prefer loam or sandy soil high in organic matter to hold large amounts of moisture. The plants require heavy and even water for best development. Preferred soil pH is between 6.0-7.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost or sow seed directly when soil temperature reaches 70°F. To begin growing earlier, use mulching plastics and row covers to warm the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting \u0026amp; Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e For immediate use, harvest when the skin loses its sheen. For storage, harvest pumpkins when fully mature. Cut the fruit from the vine, leaving 4\"-6\" of stem. Cure for storage by setting in a warm, dry location for 1-2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Temperature: \u003c\/strong\u003e70-90°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth: \u003c\/strong\u003e1\/2\"-1\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination: \u003c\/strong\u003e6-18 Days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight At Maturity: \u003c\/strong\u003e18\"-24\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays To Maturity: \u003c\/strong\u003e80-118 Days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\/Shade: \u003c\/strong\u003eFull Sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing After Thinning: \u003c\/strong\u003e2'-4'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox Seeds per Pack: \u003c\/strong\u003e25 \u003cstrong\u003e| Per 1\/4 lb bulk: \u003c\/strong\u003e742 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by the_girl on Flikr available under a Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 license.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Pack","offer_id":44428256510087,"sku":"SNV8141","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":44428256542855,"sku":"SNV8141B","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0299\/9743\/2967\/files\/organic-pumpkin-small-sugar.jpg?v=1775682126","url":"https:\/\/liveaquaponics.com\/products\/small-sugar-pumpkin-seeds-organic","provider":"Live Aquaponics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}