{"product_id":"pumpkin-seeds-for-home-growing","title":"Pumpkin Seeds – Desi Gummadikaya Variety | Kaddu\/Poosanikai | High Germination for Home Gardening","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGermination Time: 6-10 days\u003cbr\u003eSunlight Requirement: 6-8 hours per day, full sun\u003cbr\u003eIdeal Climate for Sowing: Warm season crop; best sown in summer and monsoon\u003cbr\u003eVine Length: Up to 10-15 feet (can trail on ground or be trellised)\u003cbr\u003eOrganic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost per plant, every 2-3 weeks\u003cbr\u003eLife Span: Annual, seasonal vine\u003cbr\u003eIdeal Growing Temperature: 24-32°C\u003cbr\u003eFirst Harvest: 90-110 days after sowing\u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Required: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eIdeal Grow Bag Size: 18x18 grow bag or larger, with ample trailing space\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Seeds: 15+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications of Desi Pumpkin (Gummadikaya) Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis Desi Pumpkin variety produces large, orange-fleshed fruit widely used in Indian households for curries, sweets like halwa, and soups. As a sprawling vine, it needs generous ground space to spread, or can be trained onto a sturdy trellis with support for the developing fruit. Known for its long storage life and versatility, this variety is a rewarding, productive choice for home gardens with adequate space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits \/ Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eVersatile in the kitchen — curries, halwa, soups, and more\u003cbr\u003eLarge fruit size makes it a highly productive crop per vine\u003cbr\u003eStores well after harvest, useful for extended household use\u003cbr\u003eCan be grown on the ground or trellised to save space\u003cbr\u003eNutrient-rich flesh and seeds, both useful in cooking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting and Care for Pumpkin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSowing: Sow seeds 1-1.5 inches deep in well-drained, fertile soil. Soaking seeds overnight before sowing can improve germination.\u003cbr\u003eGrowing: Provide ample space for the vine to spread, or a sturdy trellis with support (like a sling) for developing fruit if grown vertically. Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged. Hand-pollination may help improve fruit set if pollinator activity is low.\u003cbr\u003eHarvesting: Harvest once fruits develop a hard rind and deep orange color, typically 90-110 days after sowing. Mature fruits can be stored for several months in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions While Growing Pumpkin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eProvide sturdy support if growing vertically, as mature fruit can be very heavy\u003cbr\u003eAvoid waterlogging, which can lead to root and vine rot\u003cbr\u003eWatch for fruit flies and vine borers; use organic pest control methods where needed\u003cbr\u003eAllow fruits to fully mature on the vine for the best flavor and storage life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Names\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses in Indian Languages:\u003cbr\u003eHindi: कद्दू (Kaddu)\u003cbr\u003eTelugu: గుమ్మడికాయ (Gummadikaya)\u003cbr\u003eTamil: பூசணிக்காய் (Poosanikai)\u003cbr\u003eKannada: ಕುಂಬಳಕಾಯಿ (Kumbalakayi)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vanashree Organics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53240007458976,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/2234\/5376\/files\/Pumpkin.png?v=1785681396","url":"https:\/\/www.vanashreeorganics.com\/products\/pumpkin-seeds-for-home-growing","provider":"Vanashree Organics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}