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New England Cheddar F1 Pumpkin Seeds, Treated Pie Pumpkin

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New England Cheddar F1 Pumpkin Seeds, a tan-skinned moschata hybrid (Cucurbita moschata) bred for rich flavor and deep color. Vine borer resistant with dense, dry flesh perfect for pies and soups. Packed and shipped from Newton, Kansas.

Cucurbita moschata varieties are generally less susceptible to squash vine borers than many other squash, but damage is still possible. Growing conditions and care matter. Why species predicts survival here.

🛡️ Vine borer resistance, the solid stems of Cucurbita moschata can offer some resistance to squash vine borers, but plants still need monitoring for damage.

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Bred for the Northeast but right at home in Kansas. This hybrid moschata produces buff-skinned fruits packed with deep orange, dry flesh ideal for pies, canning, and baking.

Growing Guide

Botanic Name
Cucurbita moschata
Life Cycle
Annual
Maturity
112 days
Sun
Full sun
Plant Spacing
36-48″ apart
Sowing Depth
1″
Vine Habit
Vine
Fruit Weight
15 lbs
Fruit Color
Tan
Best For
Pie, baking, canning
Frost Hardy
No
Start Indoors
Yes, 3 weeks
Container Friendly
No
Disease & Pest Resistance
Vine borer resistant (Cucurbita moschata)
Flesh Quality
High sugar content and dry matter
Seed Treatment
Treated seed

Also known as: Cheddar pumpkin

Seed treatment: This variety ships as treated seed. Plant after frost danger has passed and the soil has warmed. Treated seed is for planting only, not for food or feed.

SKU: APP-SEED-MOS-NEC-10

History & Origin

New England Cheddar is an F1 hybrid with tan skin and deep orange flesh, used for pies and other cooking. Plan for about 112 days to maturity and fruit around 15 pounds, with results depending on growing conditions. Seed saved from an F1 plant may differ from the parent variety.

In the Kitchen

Makes pies with extraordinary depth of flavor, rich, spiced, and custardy. Roast halves and puree for the creamiest pumpkin soup. The firm flesh also cubes well for roasting with root vegetables, and its concentrated sweetness shines in pumpkin cheesecake and quick breads.

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Will it ripen before frost? New England Cheddar F1 Pumpkin needs about 112 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 June 11 to finish with a two week cushion. Planting later, or gardening in a different zone? Check your own planting window.

Packet choices: Choose 10 or 20 treated seeds for planting. Compare more pie pumpkin seeds or F1 hybrid pumpkin seeds.

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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.

Grown and Tested in Kansas Zone 6b Hybrid Vigor, Non-GMO Seed Free shipping on seed orders $30+ Family Homestead · Newton, KS

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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