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Autumn Crown F1 Pumpkin Seeds, Moschata Hybrid
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Autumn Crown F1 pumpkin seeds, a compact moschata F1 hybrid with a frosted tan rind and rich butternut-style flesh. Vine borer resistant with excellent storage. Trialed and proven at our Kansas homestead.
🛡️ Vine borer resistance: Excellent, the solid stems of Cucurbita moschata
The moschata group is the one that matters in a Kansas July. Solid, dense stems that vine borer larvae struggle to tunnel, and genuine tolerance for heat and humidity. Why species predicts survival here. resist the squash vine borer that kills most common pumpkins.
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A compact moschata F1 hybrid (a muscat-pumpkin × butternut cross) with a frosted tan rind and butternut-style flesh. Manageable vines make it a good fit for smaller gardens.
Growing Guide
Cucurbita moschata
Annual
90 days
Full sun
36-48″ apart
1″
Semi-bush vine
2-4 lbs
Tan with frosted overlay
Eating, pie
No
Yes, 3 weeks
No
Generally good
Also known as: Butternut-type moschata hybrid
History & Origin
Autumn Crown is a modern Cucurbita moschata F1 hybrid, crossing a traditional muscat pumpkin with a butternut. It keeps the sweet, dense flesh, small seed cavity, and long storage of the moschata family in a ribbed, flattened nutmeg shape on compact vines. As an F1 hybrid, saved seed will not grow true to type.
In the Kitchen
Roast halves at 400°F for 45 minutes until caramelized. The flesh makes exceptional soups, risotto, and ravioli filling. Its natural sweetness pairs beautifully with sage, brown butter, and nutmeg. Try it as a butternut substitute in any recipe for richer, more complex flavor.
Related Reading
Will it ripen before frost? Autumn Crown F1 Pumpkin needs about 90 days from sowing. In a typical Newton, Kansas Zone 6b season the first fall frost arrives between October 10 and 20, so direct sow by about July 3 to finish with a two week cushion. Planting later, or gardening in a different zone? Check your own planting window.
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Growing Tips
Each seed packet includes detailed growing instructions. For additional help, visit our Growing Guides or reach out to us directly.
Seed life: 4 to 6 years stored cool, dry and dark. Germination is strongest in the first 2 to 3 years, so sow the freshest packet first and test older seed before you plan a bed around it.
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