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Mrs. Amerson's Pumpkin Seeds, Southern Heirloom Pie Pumpkin
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Mrs. Amerson's Pumpkin Seeds, a rare Southern heirloom pie pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) with smooth, sweet flesh. Vine borer resistant with excellent baking quality. Shipped from Kansas.
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A family heirloom passed down through generations. Mrs. Amerson’s pumpkin is a massive moschata that can reach 60 pounds. Sweet, dense flesh perfect for pies and soups.
Growing Guide
Cucurbita moschata
Annual
110 days
Full sun
36-48″ apart
1″
Vine
20-60 lbs
Tan/peanut
Pie, eating, soups
No
Yes, 3 weeks
No
Vine borer resistant, powdery mildew resistant
Also known as: Mrs. Amerson's winter squash, family heirloom moschata
History & Origin
Mrs. Amerson's is a treasured family heirloom passed down through generations. These heritage varieties carry the stories and flavors of the families who saved them, and Mrs. Amerson's is no exception. Its unique characteristics, developed through decades of careful seed saving, make it a one-of-a-kind addition to any garden. This is exactly the kind of living heirloom that Autumn Prairie Pumpkins exists to preserve and share.
In the Kitchen
The sweet, fine-grained flesh is versatile enough for pies, soups, and roasting. Try it in your favorite pumpkin recipe and taste the difference that generations of selection for flavor, not commercial yield, can make.
Related Reading
· Mrs. Amerson's Growing Guide
Shipping & Satisfaction
We ship seeds and coffee via USPS from Newton, Kansas. Orders typically ship within 1-2 business days.
Seeds: Flat-rate shipping. Ships year-round.
Coffee: Freshly roasted and shipped weekly.
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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.