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Pumpkin, Blue Jarrahdale

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Pumpkin, Blue Jarrahdale

$4.00

Blue Jarrahdale Pumpkin is a stunning Australian heirloom variety producing large, deeply ribbed, grey-blue fruits with a distinctive and sophisticated appearance. Beneath the dramatic exterior is richly flavored, smooth, salmon-orange flesh considered among the finest of any pumpkin for soups, roasting, and baking. Fruits weigh 10-20 lbs and mature in approximately 95-100 days.

At Flying Rabbit Farm, our Blue Jarrahdale transplants are grown for vigorous vines and outstanding ornamental and culinary quality.

Care Instructions
Watering
Moderate to high water needs through fruit development Deep, consistent watering essential for large fruit development Reduce as fruits approach maturity Drip irrigation preferred
Fertilizing
Balanced organic fertilizer at planting Lower nitrogen, higher potassium at fruiting stage Side-dress with compost every 3-4 weeks
Pruning & Maintenance
Limit to 1-2 fruits per vine for maximum size Place fruits on straw to prevent rot and maintain blue-grey skin color Hand-pollinate if needed Cure at 80-85 F for 10-14 days after harvest
Common Issues
Squash vine borers Powdery mildew Cucumber beetles Squash bugs
Plant by late July at the latest for 95-100 day maturity before first frost Fall planting preferred to reduce vine borer pressure Blue-grey skin color develops fully as fruits mature; protect from direct soil contact One of the most visually stunning pumpkins for fall displays and farm markets
Seasonal Notes
Spring
Possible but challenging; vine borers and heat are significant obstacles
Fall
Preferred season; plant July for October-November harvest
Best Time to Plant in Austin
Fall: Late June-late July (for October-November harvest) Spring: March-April (less ideal) Ideal soil temperatures: 65-85 F
Sun Requirements
Full sun Minimum 6-8 hours daily
Spacing
36 inches apart; rows 8 feet apart Large vines require ample space
Soil
Well-draining, very fertile, compost-amended soil pH 6.0-6.8
Watering After Planting
Water deeply at transplanting Consistent moisture through vine development and fruit set
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Pumpkin flesh is generally considered non-toxic to: Dogs Cats Horses Cooked, plain pumpkin is safe and beneficial for dogs and cats. Avoid feeding rind in large quantities. Do not feed pumpkin with added spices or sweeteners.

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