Description
Dill’s Atlantic Giant Pumpkin Seeds 2015. Heirloom Vegetable.
Approx. 8 seeds/pkt (8-10 seeds/gram)
The Legendary Heavyweight Champion of the Pumpkin World.
Developed by the late Howard Dill of Nova Scotia, the Atlantic Giant is the undisputed king of competitive gardening. This iconic Canadian heirloom has secured countless world records, with specimens frequently exceeding 450 kg (1000 lbs)! Even without professional competition techniques, this “monster” pumpkin offers outstanding performance in the average home garden. The fruit features a thick, pink to bright orange rind and a robust growth habit that makes it the ultimate project for kids and fair-goers alike.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 2015
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Type: Heirloom Giant Pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima)
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Potential Weight: Can exceed 450 kg; varies based on care.
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Days to Maturity: Approximately 120 days.
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Features: World-record lineage; bred in Canada; ideal for fall fairs and exhibitions.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Atlantic Giants are heavy feeders that require maximum space, sun, and nutrients to reach their full potential.
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Sow Outdoors: Direct sow from late May to early June once the soil is warm. Plant 2.5 cm deep in hills spaced at least 2.4 m apart.
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Sow Indoors (Optional): Start 3 weeks before the plant-out date. Because pumpkins have sensitive roots, use paper or fibre pots that can be set directly in the soil to prevent transplant shock.
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Germination: Fast-growing, typically occurring in 7–10 days.
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Thinning: Plant 4–6 seeds per hill and thin to the 3 strongest plants once established.
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Care: Provide Full Sun and deep, organic-rich soil. To grow a true contender, work in massive amounts of compost or well-rotted manure before planting.
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Competition Tip: For maximum size, allow only one or two pumpkins to mature per plant, removing all other fruit to focus the plant’s energy.
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Protection: Harvest before the first hard frost and protect mature fruit from cold temperatures to prevent soft spots.
Why Dill’s Atlantic Giant Seeds belong in Your Garden
Growing an Atlantic Giant is more than just gardening—it’s an event. Whether you are aiming for a local ribbon or simply want to grow a pumpkin so large it requires a forklift, this variety provides the genetics to make it happen. It is a piece of Canadian horticultural history that brings a sense of wonder and excitement to the harvest season.
SCOUT IPPM
OSC Seeds recommends using SCOUT IPPM to evaluate pests and pollinator populations in your cucurbit crops. Developed in partnership with the University of Guelph and Pollinator Partnership Canada, the SCOUT IPPM app uses scientific data and government guidelines to set action recommendations for growers. Free download is available on App Store and Google Play.
