{"product_id":"exotic-black-pumpkin-seeds-charcoal-black-ribbed-pumpkin-goth-garden-halloween-autumn-display-seeds","title":"Exotic Black Pumpkin Seeds | Charcoal-Black Ribbed Pumpkin | Goth Garden, Halloween \u0026 Autumn Display Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eDark, dramatic, and wonderfully unusual, Exotic Black Pumpkin produces deeply ribbed pumpkins with striking charcoal-black to very dark blue-green skin. Their moody coloring makes them a natural centerpiece for the Goth Garden, Halloween displays, autumn arrangements, and unconventional harvest gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vigorous vines produce broad green foliage and brilliant golden-yellow blossoms before setting their distinctive dark fruit. Allow pumpkins to mature fully on the vine for their deepest color and best storage quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack pumpkins are especially striking planted alongside burgundy flowers, dark foliage, ornamental grasses, and traditional orange pumpkins for a dramatic contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGROWING INSTRUCTIONS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSun: Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSowing depth: 1 inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination: Approximately 5-10 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal soil temperature: 70-90°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpacing: 3-5 feet between plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRow spacing: 5-8 feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater: Moderate and consistent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil: Rich, fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLife cycle: Annual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSowing: Direct sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and the soil has thoroughly warmed. Plant seeds approximately 1 inch deep. Seeds may also be started indoors about 3-4 weeks before the last frost and transplanted carefully after temperatures warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumpkins are heavy feeders. Work compost or other organic matter into the planting area before sowing and provide plenty of room for the vines to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist, particularly while plants are flowering and developing fruit. Water deeply at soil level rather than wetting the foliage whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumpkins produce separate male and female flowers and depend heavily on bees and other pollinators for fruit set. Avoid spraying insecticides while flowers are open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest: Allow fruit to mature on the vine until it has developed its characteristic dark color, the rind has hardened, and the stem begins to dry and turn corky. Cut the pumpkin from the vine with several inches of stem attached rather than pulling it free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter harvest, cure pumpkins in a warm, dry, well-ventilated location before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit size, shape, and shade of black may vary naturally according to genetics and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Valhalla Hall Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47525057790127,"sku":null,"price":3.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/0897\/5535\/files\/blackpumpkins.png?v=1789635067","url":"https:\/\/valhallahall.com\/products\/exotic-black-pumpkin-seeds-charcoal-black-ribbed-pumpkin-goth-garden-halloween-autumn-display-seeds","provider":"Valhalla Hall Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}