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'Howden' Pumpkins |
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Large
Ornamental
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Large, ornamental. 15- to 35-pound, deep orange, round, ridged fruit with extra thick flesh, strong handle and classic shape for carving. Resistant to black rot.
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| Days To Maturity: |
105-115
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| Seed Sources: |
Henry Field's Seed and Nursery Co. - updated in 2013
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| Rating Summary |
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Overall: (4.0 Stars)
Taste: (2.0 Stars)
Yield: (4.7 Stars)
Ease/Reliability: (4.7 Stars) |
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| Reviews |
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Number of Reviews: 3
KEY: O=Overall Rating, T=Taste, Y=Yield, E=Ease
Reviewed on 02/11/2010 by
Joseph L
- An experienced gardener
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Cache, Utah, United States
Frost Free Season: Fewer than 103 days
Soil Texture: Clay
Garden Size: Large - More than 1,600 square feet (40' x 40')
Sun Exposure: More than 8 hours per day
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| Grew well for me in 2009 and 2010 without noticeable pests or disease. |
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Reviewed on 02/22/2007 by
Philcoman
- An intermediate gardener
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Middlesex, Massachusetts, United States
Frost Free Season: 143 - 163 days
Soil Texture: Loam
Garden Size: Small - Less than 400 square feet (20' x 20')
Sun Exposure: 6 to 8 hours per day
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| Good yield in my garden. VERY uniform -- may not be your best choice if you like variety in size and/or shape, but quite dependable, weighing in at about 20 lbs per fruit, very nice shape and firm flesh. Great ornamental choice! |
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Reviewed on 10/26/2004 by
russell
- An experienced gardener
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Ontario, New York, United States
Frost Free Season: 163 - 183 days
Soil Texture: Loam
Garden Size: Small - Less than 400 square feet (20' x 20')
Sun Exposure: 6 to 8 hours per day
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| Always a favorite with kids. Nice uniform shape and size great for jack-o-lanterns. large vining plant. |
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