{"product_id":"jack-o-lantern-pumpkin","title":"Pumpkin Seeds Jack O' Lantern","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Jack O' Lantern pumpkin is a heritage variety, cherished for producing multiple pumpkins per plant, each perfectly suited for carving. Its orange flesh is sweet and delicious, ideal for pies, soups, and various culinary preparations. Easy to grow, this pumpkin makes an excellent family gardening project, yielding fruits of various sizes to meet all carving or cooking needs. It is a reliable, productive, and versatile choice for the autumn garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can you grow Jack O' Lantern pumpkins?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJack O' Lantern pumpkins thrive in zones 3 to 9, in full sun, fertile soil, and with enough space for vines to spread. Suitable for home gardens, raised beds, and large growing areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn iconic heritage variety, Jack O' Lantern pumpkins have been an Halloween tradition for generations. Historically cultivated for carving, their sweet flesh is also used for pies, soups, and desserts. Originating from North America, they remain a staple of autumn harvests and family gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZones 8–9: Direct sow after the last frost; harvest in mid to late autumn.\u003cbr\u003eZones 5–7: Start indoors 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost; transplant when the weather warms up.\u003cbr\u003eZones 3–4: Start indoors in early spring; transplant after frost risk with mulching to warm the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1908\" data-start=\"1562\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Jack O' Lantern Pumpkins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 2.5 cm (1 in) deep, spacing plants 90 to 120 cm (3 to 4 ft) apart. Allow space for vines to spread.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure regular watering, especially during fruit development.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick pumpkins when they are fully colored, the skin is hard, and the stem begins to dry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cure pumpkins in a sunny, dry place before storing them in a cool, dark place for best preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelecting Ripe Fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow pumpkins to fully mature on the plant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Extraction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open ripe pumpkins, remove seeds, and clean them thoroughly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying and Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry seeds completely on towels or screens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreservation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store seeds in airtight containers in a cool, dark place; viable for up to 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644643041648,"sku":"MF-SQUASH-004","price":5.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Jack_O_Lantern_Pumpkin.jpg?v=1776549106","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en\/products\/jack-o-lantern-pumpkin","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}