Growing your own pumpkins for Halloween is a fun, easy activity your whole family can enjoy. The first step is deciding what kind of pumpkin you would like to grow. Do you like the classic orange pumpkin? Or perhaps you want something unique? Jung Seed Company has over 44 different pumpkin seed varieties! Let’s take a look at the wide varieties to choose from.
Classic Style Pumpkins
The classic Halloween Pumpkin is large and orange. It is used for decorations inside or outdoors. Often, it is carved and set outside with a light inside. Here are several varieties perfect for those looking for a traditional Halloween Pumpkin.
- Autumn Gold Bush Hybrid
- Baby Wrinkles Hybrid
- Cargo Pmr Hybrid
- Connecticut Field
- Corvette Pmr
- Cougar Pmr Hybrid
- Early Abundance Hybrid
- Hijinks Hybrid
- Howden
- Magic Lantern Hybrid
- Racer Plus Hybrid
Unique Pumpkins
Perhaps this year, you want to grow something a little different. We have some very unique pumpkins to liven up your Halloween decorations.
- Baby Bumps Hybrid
- Blue Doll Hybrid
- Blue Prince Hybrid
- Cinderella’s Carriage Hybrid
- Galeuse D’eysines
- Goosebumps Super Freak
- Knucklehead Super Freak
- Mr. Wrinkles
- One Too Many
- Pepitas Hybrid
- Porcelain Doll Hybrid
- Warty Goblin Hybrid
Pumpkins For Small Gardens
If you want to grow pumpkins, but are concerned with having enough area, these are the pumpkin varieties for you. They grow great in small areas.
- Autumn Gold Bush Hybrid
- Cargo Pmr Hybrid
- Cinnamon Girl Pmr Organic
- Corvette Pmr
- Magic Lantern Hybrid
- Racer Plus Hybrid
- Wee Be Little Miniature
Organic Pumpkins
Interested in growing organic pumpkins? We’ve got you covered.
Large Pumpkins
If you have a large enough area, why not try growing some of these large varieties? Sure to be a neighborhood favorite, some of these grow to be several hundred pounds.
Small Pumpkins
Perhaps, you are more interested in the cute little varieties. These little miniature pumpkins are an excellent choice for adding more Halloween decorations without taking up too much room.
- Batwing Mix
- Flame Hybrid
- Half Pint Hybrid
- Jack Be Little
- Orange Cutie Hybrid
- Wee Be Little Miniature
Black Pumpkins
Black pumpkins are the perfect Halloween decorations. Orange and black are the traditional color scheme for Halloween. Adding a black pumpkin variety along with a classic orange pumpkin variety will create a real show stopper.
Ghostly Pumpkins
These white pumpkin varieties add a ghostly element to your decorations. They are also great for coloring or adding designs onto.
Tasty Pumpkins
After Halloween is over, you might start thinking about Thanksgiving. Pumpkins are a staple for most holiday meals. These are some of our favorite pumpkin varieties for cooking.
- Blue Doll Hybrid
- Blue Prince Hybrid
- Cinderella’s Carriage Hybrid
- Cinnamon Girl Pmr Organic
- Connecticut Field
- Early Abundance Hybrid
- Flame Hybrid
- Galeuse D’eysines
- Orange Cutie Hybrid
- Porcelain Doll Hybrid
- Winter Luxury Pie
Planning Your Pumpkin Garden
If you want to have your pumpkins ready in time for Halloween, be sure to allow for enough time for them to grow and mature. See our recommended reading list for tips on growing, harvesting, and storing your pumpkins.
Other Recommended Reading
- Squash and Pumpkin – Growing Tips
- How To Harvest Pumpkins (And How To Store Them)
- Squash Harvest & Storage Tips
- Fall Gardening: End of Season Tasks
- Fall Planting: Garlic
- Companion Planting Guide
At Jung Seed Co, we strive to be your go-to guide for all your gardening needs. Our YouTube channel Jung Garden Center has a variety of videos where our experts provide gardening tips for all levels of gardeners. When you need reliable gardening advice, turn to the trusted experts at Jung.
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