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Jack Be Little Pumpkin

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Jack Be Little Pumpkin

Squash

Cucurbita pepo 'Jack Be Little'

  • Full sun
  • Zones 3–11
  • 95 days to maturity
  • Vegetables
  • 36" spacing
  • pH 6–7
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  • Overview

    These adorable miniature pumpkins are perfect for fall decorating and Halloween displays. The compact vines produce dozens of palm-sized, bright orange pumpkins that are both ornamental and edible. Their prolific nature and charming appearance make them a favorite for gardeners wanting impressive autumn harvests from small spaces.

  • Planting

    Direct sow after last frost when soil is 65°F or warmer. Can start indoors 2-3 weeks early in biodegradable pots.

  • Growing

    Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 36" apart. Germination: 7-10.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Squash bugs, cucumber beetles, vine borers. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, downy mildew, bacterial wilt.