Johnny'sPumpkin

Varieties

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Native to North America, pumpkins have been a significant

fall harvest crop for over 5,000 years. Choose from:

• Award-winning Johnny's-bred varieties.

• Select open-pollinated heirlooms.

• Vigorous, disease-resistant hybrids.

We offer organic and conventional forms in diverse colors,

sizes, and shapes, for carving jack-o'-lanterns, baking pies,

seed roasting and oil extraction, as well as traditional fall

decorations.

Use our convenient charts to compare days to maturity,

average weights, edibility, spacing, vine length, and other

variety-specific features.

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Racer (F1) Renegade PMR (F1) Gumdrop PMR (F1)Speedy ripening helps Racer avoid disease pressure. Blocky, heavy, midsize pumpkin with slightly-flattened shape, great-looking rib, and strong dark-green handle. Typical weight 12-16 lb. Combines parentage from Univ. of New Hampshire and Johnny's.

Highly uniform with few culls. Striking, rich orange, avg. 14-18 lb. fruits are thick-walled and blocky round. Improved PM resistance over Rival. Strong handle and medium vine. Bred by Dr. Brent Loy of the University of New Hampshire.

New from Johnny's breeding department! A different take on the small jack. Rich orange color, a unique flat bottom, and a big, sturdy handle. Ideal size for kids, or for accenting any fall display. Short vine allows 24-30" spacing in-row.

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Jack-o'-Lantern Comparison Chart

Tom Fox Racer A Racer Plus A Renegade PMR Cargo PMR ASeed not available

Mellow Yellow

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Jack-o'-lanterns

A= Developed by Johnny's B=Johnny's Exclusive J=Organic Seed D=Heirloom Variety

Howden Rock Star AExpert AWolf Champion A Early Giant

*In-row spacing suggestions are for beds spaced 6’ apart

Part # Variety Disease Resistance Days Wt.

RangeAvg. Fruit/Plant

In-Row Spacing

Vine Length

Medium *

599G J Tom Fox B 110 10-16 Lb. 2-3 36-48” Long

2163G J, 2163T or 2163 Racer (F1) A 85 12-16 Lb. 2-3 24-30” Short

2602T or 2602 Racer Plus (F1) A 85 14-18 Lb. 2-3 24-30” Short

3437T or 3437 NEW Renegade PMR (F1) B (IR: PM.) 95 14-18 lb. 2-3 30-36” Medium

Large

2261T or 2261 Expert (F1) A 98 22-30 Lb. 1-2 36-48” Long

2487T or 2487 Wolf 120 16-24 Lb. 1-2 36-72” Long

603G J Howden 115 18-26 Lb. 1-2 36-48” Long

2350T or 2350 Rock Star (F1) A 98 20-28 Lb. 1-2 36-48” Long

3391 Mellow Yellow (F1) (IR: PM.) 95 18-22 Lb. 1-2 30-36” Medium

2601T or 2601 Champion (F1) A 90 30-40 Lb. 1-2 30-36” Medium

3782T or 3782 Early Giant (IR: PM.) 95 25-40 Lb. 1-2 36-48” Long

Pumpkin Resistance Codes(PM) Powdery Mildew

(WMV) Watermelon Mosaic VirusHR: = High Resistance IR: = Intermediate Resistance

Renegade is a new release from Dr. Brent Loy, UNH pumpkin and squash breeder for over 50 years. Our valued partner for many of those years, Dr. Loy has provided both new varieties and breeding material to Johnny’s, greatly enhancing our offerings. Renegade is a fine example of his skills, and we’re proud to offer it to you.

NEW from Dr. Brent Loy

Renegade PMR

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Add something different to your market offerings with white pumpkins that make diverse arrangements or can be used as a great canvas for drawing, painting, and carving.

Johnny's pie pumpkins are trialed and selected for flavor, dry matter content, sugar content, texture, and yield. These attractive, small pumpkins are perfect for rich and flavorful soups and baking — especially pies. We offer organic and conventional seed for varieties that provide not only great eating quality but attractive ornamental value as well.

Winter LuxuryNew England PieCinnamon Girl

Pie

Part # Variety (C. pepo) Days Wt. Range Avg. Fruit/Plant In-Row Spacing*

Vine Length Features

3996G Cinnamon Girl PMR (F1) J A 85 3-6 Lb. 3-4 24-30” MediumUsed for pie filling, in bread, or in any other pumpkin-based culinary recipes. It also makes an excellent small ornamental. Moderate resistance to powdery mildew.

2783G Winter Luxury J 105 6-9 Lb. 3-4 36-48” Long Unique, netted skin. Gorgeous ornamental, but is also superb for eating.

592G New England Pie J D 105 4-6 Lb. 3-4 36-48” Long Orange flesh is relatively starchy, dry, and stringless. Well-known mini for pies.

*In-row spacing suggestions are for beds spaced 6’ apart

Small Pie Pumpkin Comparison Chart

A= Developed by Johnny's B=Johnny's Exclusive J=Organic Seed D=Heirloom Variety

White

Polar Bear

Snowball

Flat Stacker

Valenciano

Moonshine

Casperita

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White Pumpkin Comparison Chart

*In-row spacing suggestions are for beds spaced 6’ apart

Part # Variety Genus/Species Days Wt. Range

Avg. FruitPer Plant

In-Row Spacing*

Vine Length

2504T or 2504 Polar Bear (F1) A C. maxima 100 30–65 Lb. 1–2 36–48” Long

2185 Valenciano D C. maxima 110 10–15 Lb. 2 24–36” Long

3018 Snowball (F1) C. pepo 100 2 Lb. 15-20 18” Medium

3574 NEW Flat Stacker (F1) C. maxima 95 15-25 Lb. 2-3 36-48" Long

690 Moonshine (F1) C. pepo 100 8–12 Lb. 3–4 30-36” Medium

3076 Casperita (F1) C. pepo 77 1/2–1 Lb. 15-20 18-24” Semibush

Racer Plus

Champion

Howden

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• How to Choose Fall-Harvest Cucurbits To help you narrow the field to varieties that will work well for your operation.

• Eating Quality in Winter Squash and Edible Pumpkins Why some taste better than others.

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Johnny's Specialty Pumpkin lineup includes a number of pumpkins and squash that are not only ornamental, but serve the dual purpose of being edible as well.

SpecialtyEdible & Ornamental

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Heirloom Edible Pumpkins

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Specialty Pumpkin Comparison Chart

*In-row spacing suggestions are for beds spaced 6’ apart

Part # Variety Genus/Species Days Wt. Range Avg. Fruit/

PlantIn-Row Spacing*

Vine Length Features

3078 Autumn Colors Cushaw (F1) C. mixta 105 4-10 lb. 2-3 36-48” Long Unusual tri-colored fruit for displays.

2508 Autumn Crown (F1) C. moschata 100 2-4 lb. 3-5 30-36” Med. Long Extremely uniform, eats like a butternut.

600T or 600 Baby Bear A C. pepo 105 11/2-21/2 lb. 8 30-36” Medium Kid-sized favorite. AAS winner.

3668T or 3668 Blaze (IR: PM.) C. pepo 95 21/2-31/2 lb. 10-12 24-30” Short Brilliant color, very uniform with big yields.

2452 Carnival (F1) C. pepo 95 11/2 lb. 5-7 18-24” Semibush Colorful decorative acorn type.

3781 Darling (F1) (IR: PM.) C. pepo 90 3-9 lb. 4-5 24-30” Short Upright shape and smooth skin for painting.

3574 NEW Flat Stacker C. maxima 95 15-25 lb. 2-3 36-48” Long Improved flat white hybrid.

3069 Flatso (F1) C. pepo 85 6-8 lb. 3-4 24-30” Semibush Very popular flattened shape.

3777 Galeux d’Eysines D C. maxima 95 15-20 lb. 2 36-48” Long Peanut-like blisters on salmon-pink skin. Also a choice edible.

3571 NEW Gumdrop PMR (F1) (IR: PM.) A C. pepo 100 11-13 lb. 3-4 24-30” Short Rich orange color, long strong handle, unique gumdrop shape.

3150 Jarrahdale Large C. maxima 100 12-18 lb. 2-4 36-48” Long Classic, appealing, Australian variety.

3767 Jill-Be-Little (IR: PM.) L C. pepo 100 1/2 lb. 15-20 24” Long Great for tabletop displays. Good powdery mildew resistance.

2860G J, 2860T or 2860

Kakai C. pepo 100 5-8 lb. 2-3 30-36” Medium Interesting striped rind & hulless snack seeds.

91 Knuckle Head (F1) C. pepo 105 12-16 lb. 2 30-36” Medium Freaky, orange, and warted.

2051 Long Island Cheese D C. moschata 108 6-10 lb. 2 36-48” Long Deep orange, moderately sweet flesh.

2625 Marina Di Chioggia D C. maxima 100 6-12 lb. 2 36-48” Long Classic type for gnocchi and ravioli.

2621 Musque de Provence D C. moschata 125 8-15 lb. 2 36-48” Long Great for cooking. A favorite in France.

3387T or 3387 Naked Bear C. pepo 105 2-4 lb. 6-10 30” Medium High yields of semi-hulless seeds for roasting and snacking.

2365 Orange Smoothie (F1) C. pepo 95 6-9 lb. 4-5 30-36” Medium Best small jack for painting. AAS winner.

3997 Porcelain Doll (F1) (IR: PM.) C. maxima 110 16-24 lb. 2-3 36-48” Long Pairs well with Jarrahdale Large.

614 Rouge Vif D’Etampes D C. maxima 115 10-15 lb. 2 36-48” Long Striking color and shape. Good for pies.

3776 Spark (IR: PM.) C. pepo 90 1/2 lb. 15-18 24-30” Medium Bright bicolor mini pumpkin perfect for tabletop displays.

2506 Speckled Hound (F1) C. maxima 100 3-6 lb. 8 30-36” Med. Long Dense flesh makes for good baking.

3910 Sunlight PMR (F1) (IR: PM.) C. pepo 100 4-6 lb. 3-4 24” Medium Unique yellow stands out at farmstands.

3093 Triamble D C. maxima 105 8-12 lb. 2-3 36-48” Long Distinctive shape, appealing color.

618 Turk’s Turban C. maxima 95 3-7 lb. 2-3 36-48” Long Mushroom-shaped with multicolored skin.

2216 Wee-B-Little L C. pepo 95 10-14 oz. 12-15 30-36” Medium Smooth rind for painting. AAS winner.

Carnival

Sunlight PMR

KakaiGumdrop

Naked Bear

DarlingKnuckle

HeadOrange

Smoothie

FlatsoJill-Be-Little

Wee-B-Little Spark

Blaze

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Long Island Cheese

Musque de ProvenceJarrahdale Large

Galeux d'EysinesMarina Di Chioggia Porcelain Doll

Autumn Crown

Rouge Vif D'Etampes Triamble

Turk's Turban Speckled

HoundAutumn Colors

Cushaw

Flat Stacker

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