Description
Jack-Be-Little Pumpkin Seeds (Ornamental Type) 2030.
Charming Miniature Ornamental Pumpkins Lasting Up to 8 Months for Festive Autumn Decor and Culinary Uses.
Jack-Be-Little Miniature Pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo) is an adorable hybrid variety producing tiny, palm-sized pumpkins that are as cute as a button. Each vine produces a generous crop of deeply ribbed, bright orange fruits measuring just 5 cm tall and 7.5 cm in diameter. While completely edible and sweet when baked, these miniature pumpkins are overwhelmingly prized for table centerpieces, place settings, autumn arrangements, and tiny Jack-o’-lanterns. When properly cured, Jack-Be-Little pumpkins feature extraordinary post-harvest longevity, lasting up to 8 months in indoor displays!
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 2030
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Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo ‘Jack-Be-Little’
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Type: Hybrid Miniature Ornamental Pumpkin
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Fruit Size: Approx. 5 cm tall x 7.5 cm diameter
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Storage Life: Up to 8 months when properly cured
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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, organic, well-draining soil (pH 5.5–6.5)
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Germination: 7–10 days in warm soil
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Seed Depth: 2.5 cm deep
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Seed Count: Approx. 10 seeds per packet (15 seeds per gram)
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Pumpkins are heat-loving crops that thrive in full sun with organic-rich soil and careful transplanting to protect sensitive root systems.
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Direct Sowing (Recommended): Direct sow seeds outdoors from late May through early June once soil temperatures have warmed thoroughly. 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 seedlings per hill after emergence.
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Indoor Starting: In shorter-season regions, start seeds indoors 3 weeks before outdoor planting. Sow directly into paper or fibre pots to prevent root disturbance during transplanting.
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Soil Preparation & Care: Work generous amounts of rich compost or well-rotted manure into garden beds prior to planting. Keep soil consistently moist throughout the growing season.
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Harvesting & Curing: Harvest miniature pumpkins before the first hard autumn frost when the stems turn woody and rinds turn a deep, solid orange. Cure in a warm, dry spot for a week to maximize their long storage life for seasonal decor.
Why Jack-Be-Little Pumpkin Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you want a fun, high-yielding miniature pumpkin that provides delightful fall decorations and long-lasting seasonal charm, Jack-Be-Little is a must-have selection. Its compact fruit size, long display life, and easy-to-grow nature make it a favourite for Canadian families, crafters, and home gardeners alike.
