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An image of the plant grown with seed for Dilly of a Jack Pumpkin Seeds - Giant Specimens, Perfect for Jack O'Lanterns, Heirloom, Non-GMO, from Dill Family Farm
  • An image of the plant grown with seed for Dilly of a Jack Pumpkin Seeds - Giant Specimens, Perfect for Jack O'Lanterns, Heirloom, Non-GMO, from Dill Family Farm
Dilly of a Jack Pumpkin Seeds - Giant Specimens, Perfect for Jack O'Lanterns, Heirloom, Non-GMO, from Dill Family Farm
$4.99 CAD
Maturity

120 Days
Sunlight

Full Sun
Watering

Regular

Difficulty

Medium difficulty
Life cycle

Annual
Grow Zones

3 - 9

Quick Reference

Zones

Plant Hardiness Zones describe the average minimum winter temperature for a region. They tell you where a plant can reliably survive outdoors. For example, Zone 5 can handle colder winters than Zone 9. Matching a plant to your zone increases the chance of long-term success.

Days

  • For food crops: Days to maturity is the expected number of days from planting to first harvest. This helps gardeners plan their growing season and time their harvests.
  • For non-food plants: Days to germination indicates how long it usually takes seeds to sprout under normal conditions. This is key for starting seeds successfully.

Types

  • F1 (Hybrid): A cross between two parent varieties. Hybrids are bred for vigor, uniformity, and specific traits such as disease resistance. Seeds saved from F1 plants don’t grow true to type. That means if you try to regrow them from seed, the plant won't necessarily be the same as last year's
  • OP (Open-Pollinated): Varieties that naturally pollinate and remain stable across generations. Seeds can be saved and replanted with consistent results.
  • HM (Heirloom): An open-pollinated variety that has been handed down for many generations. Heirlooms are valued for flavor, tradition, and genetic diversity.

Grows

  • Outdoors: Well-suited for garden beds, raised beds, or open soil, where natural conditions are stable.
  • Windowsill: Compact plants that thrive in containers indoors, often needing only modest light.
  • Anywhere: Highly adaptable plants that perform reliably in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Lifecycle

  • Annual: Grows, flowers, sets seed, and dies in one growing season. Many vegetables and flowers are annuals.
  • Perennial: Lives for multiple years, regrowing each season after going dormant. Often used in landscaping or long-term food crops.
  • Sp. Perennial (Self-Perennializing): A plant that reseeds itself or self-pollinates, giving the effect of perennial growth even if individual plants live shorter lives.

Size

Indicates the recommended container size or soil depth for best growth.

  • “X″ Pot”: The ideal pot diameter (e.g., 5″ Pot), ensuring enough root space.
  • DS (Deep Soil): Requires planting directly in the ground or in a deep raised bed, as shallow pots restrict growth.
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  • Impressive Size: Grow towering pumpkins up to 2-3 ft high and weighing 50-70 lbs, with potential to exceed 100 lbs.
  • Optimal Cultivation: Thrive in well-enriched soil with ample spacing of at least 10 ft apart; ideal for large garden spaces.
  • Harvest Tips: Pumpkins mature when the stem darkens and begins to wither; monitor for best harvesting time.
  • Versatile Use: Perfect for carving grand Jack O'Lanterns, fall displays, or even as competitive show pumpkins.
  • Robust Lineage: Descended from the lineage of the 'Dill€™s Atlantic Giant', known for setting world records in pumpkin size.

Unleash the giant in your garden with our Dilly of a Jack Pumpkin Seeds, inherited from the prestigious Dill Family Farm, famed for its record-breaking pumpkins. Ideal for both novice and expert gardeners looking to dazzle neighbors and win pumpkin competitions.

Start by planting seeds outdoors post-frost, or get a headstart by beginning indoors in Jiffy pots to prevent root disturbance. Space your seedlings generously to allow the titans to flourish. Fertilize early with a high-phosphorus formula to establish vigorous roots and follow with regular watering to achieve maximum pumpkin potential. Imagine the thrill of watching your pumpkins swell to monumental sizes, perfect for festive decorations or the most audacious Jack O'Lanterns on the block. Beyond decoration, engage in community pumpkin contests or simply revel in the agricultural wonder of growing these behemoths.
Size
How much seed do I need?

Seeds per gram: 4
Average germination rate: 85%

Package sizes

  • 10 seeds — 9 plants — covers about 900 sq. ft.
  • 25 seeds — 21 plants — covers about 2,100 sq. ft.
  • 100 seeds — 85 plants — covers about 8,500 sq. ft.

Plant growth and coverage

  • Vigorous, long-running vine habit
  • Plant size: sprawling vines; fruits commonly 2–3 ft tall and 50–70 lb, with potential to exceed 100 lb
  • Spacing: at least 10 ft between plants or hills
  • Allow roughly 100 sq. ft. per plant for full coverage

Choosing a packet size

  • The 10-seed packet is ideal for home gardeners trialing giants or growing a few showstoppers for carving and fall displays.
  • The 25-seed packet suits larger home or community gardens that want multiple hills, backups for transplant losses, or staggered sowings.
  • The 100-seed packet is best for pumpkin patches, market growers, agritourism, or landscapers aiming for extensive displays and contests.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Sow Dilly of a Jack Pumpkin seeds outdoors after the last frost, or start indoors in peat pots to avoid root disturbance. Choose a sunny location with well-drained, fertile soil. Space seeds or seedlings 10 feet apart to accommodate their large size.

Germinate seeds in warm conditions, around 70-85°F. If starting indoors, transplant seedlings carefully to avoid damaging the roots. Harden off by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions over a week.

Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Fertilize with a balanced formula early on, then switch to a high-potassium fertilizer as fruits develop. Watch for pests and diseases, and harvest when the stem darkens and withers.
SHIPPING & RETURNS

In Canada, we use fast shipping from our Canadian warehouses. You can expect delivery in 1-3 days.

In the USA, We use our US warehouses, and you can expect your order in 1-3 days, too.

No postaged lettermail or slow shipping from across the world. No customs fees or orders withheld at the border. Tracking numbers for all orders.

We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Our return policy covers you for late, damaged or defective products.

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