Description
Aspen Pumpkin Seeds 2040.
High-Yielding Hybrid Semi-Bush Pumpkin Producing Uniform Dark Orange Field Pumpkins with Sturdy Handles.
Aspen Pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo) is a top-performing hybrid semi-bush variety prized for its high yield, uniform dark orange colour, and heavy, sturdy stems. Compact yet productive, each vine reliably yields 3 to 5 pumpkins averaging 8 to 9 kg in weight and 25 cm across. The smooth, spherical, classic orange fruits feature thick walls and strong green handles, making them an excellent choice for carving Jack-o’-lanterns, festive autumn displays, and fall cooking. Thanks to its sturdy skin and high quality, Aspen stores well through the autumn harvest season.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 2040
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Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo ‘Aspen’
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Type: Hybrid Field Pumpkin (Semi-Bush Type)
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Plant Habit: Space-Saving Semi-Bush Vine
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Fruit Size & Weight: 8–9 kg (Approx. 25 cm across)
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Yield: 3–5 pumpkins per plant
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Plant Spacing: Space hills 2.4 m apart
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Light Requirement: Full Sun
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Soil Preference: Deep, rich, well-draining, organic soil (Avoid heavy clay; pH 5.5–6.5)
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Germination: Approx. 7 days (Requires warm soil at 25°C)
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Seed Depth: 2.5 cm deep
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Seed Count: Approx. 20 seeds per packet (8–10 seeds per gram)
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Pumpkins are heat-loving crops that require warm soil temperatures for optimal germination and steady growth.
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Direct Sowing (Recommended): Direct sow seeds outdoors from late May through early June, only after soil temperatures reach at least 25°C. Pumpkin seeds do not tolerate cool, wet soil. Plant seeds 2.5 cm deep in hills spaced 2.4 m apart, placing 4 to 6 seeds per hill. Thin to the 3 strongest plants per hill after germination.
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Indoor Starting: Start seeds indoors 3 weeks before outdoor planting using paper or fibre pots to avoid root disturbance during transplanting.
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Soil Preparation & Care: Work generous amounts of rich compost into garden beds prior to planting. Avoid planting in heavy clay soils. Lay straw mulch beneath developing fruits to prevent skin damage and rot caused by direct contact with wet soil.
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Harvesting & Storage: Harvest mature pumpkins before the first hard autumn frost when the rind hardens and turns a deep, uniform orange. Cut from the vine leaving the thick stem handle attached. Store in a cool, dry location.
Why Aspen Pumpkin Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you want an easy-to-grow, space-saving semi-bush pumpkin that reliably produces multiple dark orange, carvable Jack-o’-lanterns per plant, Aspen is a standout pick. Its heavy handles, consistent fruit quality, and strong storage characteristics make it a favourite for Canadian home gardeners and Halloween enthusiasts.
