Miniature 'Hooligan' Pumpkin
description
Small, two-tone pumpkins, decorative and very productive
Miniature “Hooligan” pumpkin ( Cucurbita pepo ), offered by OSC Seeds
“Hooligan” is a hybrid mini pumpkin of the Jack-Be-Little type, but with a unique two-tone coloration: orange and creamy white marbling, deep ribs, and a highly decorative appearance. The plants offer a more even canopy distribution , which improves fruit coverage and increases yields. Ideal for the ornamental market , fall decorations, and table arrangements. Sow only when the soil temperature exceeds 25°C (77°F) .
Propagation: Indoor sowing or direct sowing in late spring
Height/Habit: Creeping vines
Packet size: Approximately 10 to 12 seeds
Harvest time: 100 days
Frost tolerance: Killed by frost
Companion plants: Corn, beans, nasturtiums
Incompatible plants: Other closely related cucurbits (competition)
Planting and maintenance:
Plant in full sun , in warm, rich, well-drained soil. Sow directly when the soil temperature exceeds 25°C (77°F) or start the seeds indoors 2–3 weeks before planting out. Provide ample space for the creeping vines. Water deeply but avoid overwatering. Harvest when the skin is firm, shiny, and a deep bicolor.
