Description
Lumina PVP Pumpkin Seeds (Display Type) 2035. Open Pollinated.
Approx. 8-10 seeds/pkt (8-10 seeds/gram)
The Original Ghostly White Carving Pumpkin.
The Lumina Pumpkin is the gold standard for white “ghost” pumpkins, guaranteed to add a spectral touch to your fall display well before Halloween. These globular pumpkins grow to 20–25 cm in diameter and weigh between 5–7 kg, featuring a smooth, eerie white skin that provides a perfect canvas for painting designs or carving unique Jack-o’-lanterns. While the exterior is hauntingly pale, the interior features bright orange, high-quality flesh that is excellent for baking.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 2035
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Type: Open Pollinated Display Pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima)
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Fruit Size: 5–7 kg; 20–25 cm diameter
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Maturity: Harvest in September to maintain the best white colour; extreme late-season stress can sometimes cause a slight blue tinge.
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Features: PVP (Plant Variety Protected); ideal for painting, carving, and fall decor.
Nutritional Information
Don’t let the “display” label fool you—Lumina pumpkins are just as nutritious as their orange cousins. They are packed with Vitamin A and antioxidants. Once you’re done with your display, the orange flesh is sweet and fine-grained, perfect for traditional pies, muffins, or hearty autumn soups.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Pumpkins are heat-loving, heavy feeders that require plenty of room for their vigorous vines to roam.
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Sow Outdoors: Direct sow from late May through early June once the soil is warm. Plant 2.5 cm deep in “hills” spaced 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 into the soil to avoid transplant shock.
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Germination: Typically occurs in 7–10 days.
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Thinning: Plant 4–6 seeds per hill and thin to the 3 strongest plants after germination.
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Care: Provide Full Sun and deep, organic-rich soil with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5. Amend with plenty of compost before planting.
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Pro Tip: To grow larger, more uniform pumpkins, allow only two fruits per plant to reach maturity.
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Protection: Be sure to harvest and protect mature pumpkins from frost and freezing temperatures in late autumn.
Why Lumina Pumpkin Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you want your harvest to stand out from the neighborhood “orange sea,” the Lumina is the perfect choice. Its striking white rind makes a sophisticated statement on front porches and harvest tables. Beyond its decorative appeal, its reliable growth and dual-purpose flesh make it a favourite for Canadian gardeners looking for both beauty and utility.
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.
