{"product_id":"squash-seeds-winter-neck-pumpkin","title":"Squash Seeds - Winter - Neck Pumpkin","description":"\u003cp\u003e100-110 days. \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e. Neck Pumpkin Seeds. Non-GMO, heirloom, open-pollinated. If you have ever wanted a single pumpkin that could fill a pie, stock a soup pot, and feed a family for weeks, the Neck Pumpkin delivers. This Pennsylvania Dutch heirloom produces enormous crookneck fruits weighing 10 to 20 pounds with a long, nearly seedless neck of dense, sweet orange flesh and a compact bulb end where the seeds are neatly contained. An exceptional keeper and a legendary pie pumpkin with generations of history behind it. ~210seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/the-vegetable-growing-guide-from-true-leaf-market\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/grow-pumpkins\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead Full Pumpkin Vegetable Growing Guide Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual in zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100-110\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-14\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, 2-4 weeks before transplanting outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36-48 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72-96 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72-120 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5. Benefits greatly from compost or aged manure worked into the soil before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer, 65-95 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-95 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally tolerant of squash vine borers, which commonly devastate other squash species. Watch for powdery mildew, cucumber beetles, and squash bugs. Avoid wetting foliage when watering to reduce the risk of mildew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skin is pale tan to buff-orange at maturity; flesh is deep orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, dense, mildly nutty — excellent for pies, soups, and baking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garden Plot, Fields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat, Humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Neck Pumpkin in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeck pumpkins are a warm-season crop that demands both space and a long growing season — plan for vines that can run 8 to 10 feet or more. Direct sow seeds 1 inch deep after the last frost has passed and the soil has warmed to at least 65 F, spacing hills 36 to 48 inches apart with rows 6 to 8 feet apart. In northern zones with shorter seasons, start seeds indoors 2 to 4 weeks before your last frost date and transplant carefully once nighttime temperatures are reliably above 50 F — moschata squash resents root disturbance, so use biodegradable pots if starting indoors. Soil enriched with compost or aged manure before planting gives these heavy-producing vines the fertility they need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKeep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during fruit set. Water at the base of plants and avoid wetting the foliage to reduce the risk of powdery mildew. A layer of mulch helps conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and keep the developing fruit clean. Neck pumpkins are a \u003cem\u003eC. moschata\u003c\/em\u003e variety and carry a natural tolerance to squash vine borers — one of the most frustrating pests for pumpkin and squash growers — making them a more reliable crop in regions where borers are a persistent problem. Side-dress plants with compost or a balanced fertilizer once vines begin to run to support the development of large, heavy fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Neck Pumpkin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeck pumpkins are ready to harvest when the skin has hardened to a firm, pale tan or buff-orange color and the stem has begun to dry and cork over. Press a fingernail into the skin — if it does not easily penetrate, the fruit is ready. Cut from the vine with a sharp knife or pruning shears, leaving at least 2 inches of stem attached to help prevent rot at the stem end. Cure harvested fruits in a warm, dry, well-ventilated spot for 10 to 14 days to harden the skin further and improve storage life. Properly cured Neck Pumpkins can keep for 3 to 6 months or more in a cool, dry location around 55 F. The long neck is nearly all solid flesh and is exceptionally easy to prepare; simply slice it into rings and bake, cube it for soups and stews, or steam and puree it for pies. The seeds are neatly compacted in the bulb end, making cleaning simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Neck Pumpkin Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Neck Pumpkin is a Pennsylvania Dutch heirloom with roots reaching back to at least the early 1800s. It is closely related to butternut squash — both belong to \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e — and is believed by some historians to descend from the Canada Crookneck, a variety documented in North American seed catalogs as early as 1834. It has been a staple of Amish and Mennonite kitchen gardens in Pennsylvania and surrounding regions for generations, prized above all for pie-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe genius of the Neck Pumpkin's shape is practical as much as distinctive. The elongated, curved neck is almost entirely solid flesh with no seed cavity, meaning a very high proportion of each fruit is usable food. A single large specimen can yield enough puree for a dozen or more pies, making it one of the most productive edible pumpkins a home gardener can grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a \u003cem\u003eC. moschata\u003c\/em\u003e variety, the Neck Pumpkin shares the species' well-documented tolerance to squash vine borers — an insect that can wipe out entire plantings of \u003cem\u003eC. pepo\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eC. maxima\u003c\/em\u003e types. For gardeners in the eastern United States, where vine borers are a serious recurring problem, this characteristic alone makes it a compelling choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGive Neck Pumpkins room, and they will reward you generously — but if garden space is limited, try directing the vines along a fence line or training them out of the bed entirely into a nearby grass area. The fruits are heavy, so if you attempt to trellis them, fashion a sling from old fabric or mesh netting under each developing pumpkin to support the weight as it grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"[AUTHOR%20PHOTO%20URL]\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNeck Pumpkin Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 g Packet - Approximately 20 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 210 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 850 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 3,400 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeck Pumpkin seeds are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"4g Packet","offer_id":45333293400179,"sku":"83850","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":45333293432947,"sku":"83851","price":8.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":45333293465715,"sku":"83852","price":18.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":45333293498483,"sku":"74704","price":53.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/1785977855_vegetable_squash_winter_neck_pumpkin_5012708_9fdfdb79-1602-4251-932a-e5910157a9c5.jpg?v=1786150460","url":"https:\/\/store.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/squash-seeds-winter-neck-pumpkin","provider":"True Leaf Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}