Description
Neon Pumpkin Seeds 2080.
Early-Maturing Semi-Bush Hybrid Yielding Uniform, Vibrant Orange Pumpkins for Short-Season Gardens.
Neon Pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo) is an exceptional hybrid variety renowned for its remarkably fast color turn and early maturity. Perfect for short-season climates and early autumn marketing, Neon turns to a bright, solid orange earlier in the season than almost any other variety. The compact, semi-bush plants save space while producing remarkably uniform, perfectly shaped fruits weighing 3 to 3.5 kg and measuring 17 to 20 cm in diameter. Ideal for early September harvests, these vibrant orange pumpkins are perfect for Halloween carving, festive fall displays, and school autumn projects.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 2080
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Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo ‘Neon’
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Type: Hybrid Field Pumpkin (Semi-Bush Type)
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Fruit Size & Weight: 3–3.5 kg (17–20 cm diameter)
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Plant Habit: Space-saving semi-bush vine
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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: Approx. 7 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 (10–12 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: Harvest mature pumpkins in early autumn when rinds turn a brilliant, uniform orange and harden up. Cut from the vine leaving a sturdy stem section attached.
Why Neon Pumpkin Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you want bright orange pumpkins early in the fall without sacrificing garden space, Neon is an essential choice. Its semi-bush habit, early maturity, and bright coloration make it a favourite for Canadian home gardeners and short-season growers.
