Four Keys to Growing Giant Pumpkins

Competing for giant pumpkins? Focus on these four pillars:

Full sun - 8+ hours daily.
Consistent water & fertilizer - Never let soil dry; feed weekly with balanced fertilizer.
Pest management - Scout daily for cucumber beetles, vine borers, powdery mildew.
Fruit thinning - Remove all but 1-2 pumpkins per vine to channel energy.

Plant in mid-May when soil is warm. Vines need 500+ sq ft. See xrl.us/giantpumpkin for detailed tips.

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