Pumpkin
Cucurbita pepo · Squashes · Gourd family
Also known as: Squash · Zucchini · Courgette
Medium50–100cmPet-friendlyEdible
Pumpkin care at a glance
Pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo) needs a lot of water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 18–24 °C.
- Water need
- High
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- High
- Ideal temperature
- 18–24 °C
- Life cycle
- Annual
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Pumpkin
Possible pests on Pumpkin include Aphids and Slugs and snails. Possible diseases include Powdery mildew, Cucurbit downy mildew and Gummy stem blight. Pumpkin is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Medium
- Slugs and snails Medium
Disease
- Powdery mildew Medium
- Cucurbit downy mildew Medium
- Gummy stem blight Medium
Weather
- Frost damage High
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Frequently asked questions about Pumpkin
- Which pests affect Pumpkin?
- Possible pests on Pumpkin include Aphids and Slugs and snails.
- Which diseases affect Pumpkin?
- Possible diseases include Powdery mildew, Cucurbit downy mildew and Gummy stem blight.
- Is Pumpkin toxic to cats and dogs?
- Pumpkin is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Pumpkin need?
- Pumpkin has a high water requirement.
- What light does Pumpkin need?
- Pumpkin prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Pumpkin frost-hardy?
- Pumpkin is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 5 °C.
- Can you eat Pumpkin?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: fruit, flowers and seeds.