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Pumpkin Atlantic Giant Novelty

Code: MS3054

Grow a showstopper! Massive pumpkins up to 100kg - genius!

Famous for record-breaking sizes, this pumpkin variety is bred in Nova Scotia to produce exceptionally large fruits, often over 180kg. Open-pollinated plants with yellow to orange flesh and a smooth medium-orange shell with broad ribs.
Where to buy

Select your region to find your nearest McGregor’s stockist.

Planting Instruction
  • How To Sow: Choose a well drained site in full sun. Sow these seeds in trays for subsequent transplanting or, after frosts, sow directly in a well prepared seedbed. Sow seeds 5cm apart, in rows 10-15 cm apart and to a depth of 2cm. Later, transplant or thin to 1.5 - 2m apart.
  • Seedling Care: Keep seedbed or trays evenly moist during the germination period of 7-14 days. Apply fertiliser two weeks after germination for healthier plants and maximum crop. Protect your seedlings from slugs, snails and insect pests; go to mcgregors.co.nz for appropriate plant health and pest control products.
  • Hints & Tips: Feed heavily with compost and liquid fertiliser for record-breaking pumpkin sizes.The seed contained in this packet is packed in dry air and sealed in foil to protect it from moisture and sunlight (heat). If you need to store seed do so in a cool, dark location.
  • These seeds are not pasteurised.
Specs & Warranty
Seed Count Approx. 7 seeds
Best Months To Sow - Temperate Regions Oct - Nov
Best Months To Sow - Warmer Regions Sep - Dec
Sowing Position Full Sun
Grow In Gardens
Seed Spacing 50 cm
Seed Planting Depth 2 cm
Plant Spacing 1.5 - 2.5 m apart
Harvest/Maturity 120 - 150 days

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