Seminole Pumpkin Seeds

Seminole if you have plenty of growing room and want a heat-tolerant heirloom. A small patio pot is a poor fit for these vigorous vines. Before you choose your packet What you receive: Seeds for gardening. Choose a 10 or 20 seed packet; fruit and plants are not included. Seed type: Open-pollinated heirloom Species: Cucurbita moschata Maturity: About 90 to 120 days; allow the longer end when planning Fruit: Tan mature rind and orange flesh; fruit size and shape vary Space: 6 to 8 feet between plants; rows 8 to 10 feet apart Vines: Long, vigorous vines that can reach 25 feet or more Packed and shipped from Newton, Kansas. Seed-only website orders of $30 or more qualify for free shipping under our shipping policy . Germination Promise: if your seeds fail to germinate under proper growing conditions, contact us within one year and we will replace them or refund your purchase. Read the details . See our Seminole grow-out in Kansas View our Seminole grow-out notes and styled photos , based on our original August 19 and September 9, 2026 photographs. The displayed images have digitally edited scenery and lighting. Choosing between two cooking pumpkins? Compare Seminole and Long Island Cheese for vine space, harvest timing, kitchen uses and saving your own seed. Planting and care Plant after frost danger has passed and the soil is consistently warm, ideally around 70°F or warmer. Sow about 1 inch deep in well-drained soil with full sun. Keep the seed zone evenly moist, not waterlogged. If starting indoors, sow 2 to 3 weeks before transplanting, harden off seedlings and avoid disturbing the roots. In Kansas, plan these pumpkins for spring planting and a fall harvest. Count backward from your local first-frost date using the longer maturity estimate, then allow extra time for weather delays. An autumn or winter order is generally for planning the next Kansas growing season. Wait until frost danger has passed and the soil has warmed before planting outdoors. Is Seminole pumpkin vine borer resistant? Seminole pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita moschata , a useful choice for gardeners dealing with squash vine borers. Virginia Cooperative Extension identifies moschata varieties as less favored hosts. Resistance is not immunity or a guarantee of harvest. Check stems for entry holes, sawdust-like frass and wilting, and keep watching for squash bugs too. For variety choices and prevention steps, read our vine borer resistant pumpkin guide . From the garden to the kitchen Roast for soup, puree for pie, or bake into pumpkin bread. Mature, sound fruit can keep well in a dry, ventilated space. Check stored fruit regularly and use damaged fruit first. What is a Seminole pumpkin? Seminole pumpkin is a Florida heirloom winter squash in the Cucurbita moschata species. It has a long history in Indigenous agriculture in Florida. Its mature tan rind, orange flesh and vigorous vines make it useful for gardeners who have space for a cooking and storage pumpkin. Fruit size and shape vary. See UF/IFAS Seminole pumpkin guidance for more about the variety. Common questions Which packet should I choose? Choose 10 seeds for a smaller planting or 20 seeds for a larger plan and backup sowing. Packet count is the number of seeds, not a promise of plants or fruit. Can I save seed for next year? This heirloom is open-pollinated. For seed that stays true to the variety, prevent crossing with other Cucurbita moschata plants. Bag unopened male and female blossoms, hand-pollinate using the same variety, rebag the female flower and label the pollination. Store fully dried saved seed in a cool, dry place. Will these grow in Kansas? In Kansas, plan these pumpkins for spring planting and a fall harvest. Count backward from your local first-frost date using the longer maturity estimate, then allow extra time for weather delays. An autumn or winter order is generally for planning the next Kansas growing season. Wait until frost danger has passed and the soil has warmed before planting outdoors. Can I grow Seminole pumpkins on a trellis? Yes, but plan for long, vigorous vines. Use a strong, securely anchored support and support heavy fruit with slings. A trellis saves ground space without turning Seminole into a compact plant; it still needs adequate root space, sun and water. How do I know when Seminole pumpkins are ready to harvest? For mature winter squash, look for a firm tan rind and a stem that is drying and becoming woody. Use the 90 to 120 day estimate as a planning range, then check the fruit itself. Cut the stem rather than pulling the pumpkin from the vine, and harvest before frost. Growing time, germination, fruit size and yield depend on temperature, soil, pollination and care. Plan the rest of your