NAKED BEAR
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Customer Reviews
I am pretty good at creating the right environment for germination. The first round never came up. I have some left. I will try again.
Sorry to hear that! We do germ test all of our seeds and to ensure we sell only top performing seed, we have established germination standards that are higher than prescribed by the Federal Seed Act. Our minimum germination standard for pumpkins is 75% and the most recent test for this variety passed at 88%. As always, our products are backed by our full guarantee. We want you, our customers, to be 100% satisfied with the seed, plants and supplies that you purchase from us. If anything you buy from Territorial proves to be unsatisfactory, we will either replace the item (if available) or refund the purchase price, whichever you prefer (for up to 1 year from purchase). We are also here to help troubleshoot! Contact our customer service (Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Pacific Time) at either 800-626-0866 or info@territorialseed.com
I have grown this pumpkin two years in a row. I grow them for the seeds however my chickens love the pumpkins and provide excellent fertilizers to grow more pumpkin next year. Fast growing and extremely productive I get 10 to twelve pumpkins per plant. I get a large quantity of seeds that I share with my family. Very tasty as a snack or in salads. I boil the seeds in salty water for a few minutes drain then dehydrate at high temp. Yummy
Have three plants in the garden as e we speak. Seem to be doing just fine. Looking forward to harvesting the pumpkins.
I had excellent germination rates and the small plants looked great but they have since failed to thrive in my garden. They are in a particularly hot/sunny spot so I will try again next year in a spot with slightly less sun.
So sorry to hear that! Please reach out, so we can help troubleshoot! Contact our customer service (Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Pacific Time) at either 800-626-0866 or info@territorialseed.com
| Soil Temp for Germ | 65–85°F |
| Seed Depth | 1" |
| Days to Emergence | 5–10 |
| Soil Temp for Transp | 60°F |
| Plant Spacing | 3–4' |
| Row Spacing | 4–6' |
| Fertilizer Needs | High |
| Minimum Germination | 75% |
| Seeds per Gram | Listed per variety |
| Seed Life | 3 years |
Cucurbita spp. This traditional ornament of the autumn harvest is good for much more than jack-o-lanterns and pies. High in fiber and essential minerals, their colorful orange flesh signifies an abundance of the antioxidant beta-carotene.
Days to maturity are calculated from date of direct seeding.
Culture
• Pumpkins require uniform irrigation totaling 15-20 inches of water during the growing season
• Bee attractant flowers or beehives will help yields — misshapen or non-developing fruit is often the result of poor pollination
Direct Sowing
• Plant after frost danger when soil warms to 65°F
• Work in shovelful of compost and 1/2 cup TSC's Complete fertilizer into hill
• Keep soil evenly moist but not wet as too much moisture causes seed to rot
• Bush varieties: sow 3-4 feet apart
• Vining varieties: sow 4-5 feet apart
Transplanting
• Start indoors 3-4 weeks prior to anticipated transplant date in 4 inch pots
• Work in shovelful of compost and 1/2 cup TSC's Complete fertilizer into hill
• Transplant carefully as to not disturb roots
Pests & Diseases
• Common pests: Cucumber beetles and squash bugs, stink bugs
• Pest control: Pyrethrin
• Common diseases: Various wilts, leaf spots mildews, and various viral diseases
• Disease prevention: 3-4 year crop rotation, and fungicide applications
Harvest & Storage
• Leave on vine until fully mature, rinds should be firm
• Pumpkins can tolerate a light frost, but must be protected from a hard frost
• Dry gourds: Wash gently in a solution of 10 parts water and 1 part bleach, carefully removing all dirt, then store in a warm, dry location
• Store at 55-70°F and 70% relative humidity
KEY TO PUMPKIN DISEASE RESISTANCE AND TOLERANCE
HR indicates high resistance.
IR indicates intermediate resistance.
PM | Powdery Mildew