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Jack O’ Lantern Pumpkin Seeds – Classic Carving & Edible Homestead Variety

Jack O’ Lantern Pumpkin Seeds – Classic Carving & Edible Homestead Variety

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Jack O’ Lantern Pumpkin is the classic American carving and eating pumpkin — producing large, vibrant orange fruits in 100–120 days from a 7–10 day germination at $15. A high-yield, long-storing, open-pollinated variety that earns its place in every homestead food garden.

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Plant Type Warm-season annual vine
Germination Time 7–10 days
Days to Harvest 100–120 days
Sun Full sun (6–8+ hours)
Water Regular, deep watering; drought-sensitive at fruit set
Location Ground or large raised bed; needs space to vine
Hardiness Zones 3–9
Life Cycle Annual
Seed Treatment None required; soak 4–8 hrs to speed germination
Certification Open-pollinated, non-GMO
Price $15
  • Classic large orange fruit — iconic shape and size for carving, decorating, and display; the variety most associated with fall harvests and homestead abundance
  • Fully edible flesh, seeds, and skin — roast the flesh for soups and pies, toast the seeds for a high-protein snack, and compost the skin; zero waste from a single plant
  • High yield per plant — each vine produces multiple large fruits; a small planting of 3–4 hills can yield enough pumpkins for both food and seasonal use
  • Long shelf life after curing — properly cured Jack O’ Lanterns store for 2–3 months in a cool, dry location; extends your harvest well into winter without refrigeration
  • Open-pollinated and seed-saving ready — save seeds from your best fruits each season to maintain a self-sustaining supply; no need to repurchase seeds year after year
  • Dual-purpose homestead crop — serves as both a calorie-dense food crop and a seasonal decoration; a practical choice for home growers who want maximum value from garden space
  • Wide hardiness zone range — grows reliably in zones 3–9; start indoors 2–3 weeks before last frost in shorter-season climates to maximize your growing window

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