Pumpkin Atlantic Giant

Packet Contents 10 seeds

This is the really big one, regularly producing monsters up to and over 300kg. If you want to win the local pumpkin growing competition or just grow a huge one for Halloween then this is the one to grow. To grow really big pumpkins restrict to one fruit and feed regularly with high potassium fertiliser.

Sowing Information

Sow April/June in a propagator on a windowsill or one seed per 75mm (3") pot in a greenhouse at approx.. 20-25C (68-78F) using a good quality compost. Cover seeds with 19mm compost. Germination can take up to 8 days. Grow on - planting out when frost risk has passed. 91cm (3") between plants each way. Alternatively sow outside May/June when frost risk has passed. 2 seeds per station 25mm (1") deep. Thin strongest seedlings. Restrict fruits to 3-4 per plant. Grows best in rich soil. To grow really big pumpkins, restrict to one fruit and feed regularly with potassium fertiliser. Grows best in rich soil.