In The Garden — Pie Pumpkins

Download | How to Grow Pumpkin in Canada | Complete Guide Although pumpkins are often associated with autumn, successful pumpkin growing begins in spring. These warm-season vegetables require plenty of sunlight, fertile soil, consistent moisture, and enough frost-free days to mature before temperatures drop. Canadian gardeners can grow a wide range of pumpkin varieties, from compact sugar pumpkins suitable for pies to large carving pumpkins and giant varieties grown for their impressive size. Selecting a variety suited to your growing season is especially important in regions with shorter summers. This complete guide explains how to grow pumpkins from seed in...