Pumpkin 'Atlantic Giant'

When this pumpkin is flowering and growing fruit, you must water it frequently. Deep soaking is better than light sprinkling.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water very often. Keep in mind when planting that Atlantic Giant is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Ensure your soil has a ph of between 6.5 and 7.0 as Atlantic Giant is a weakly acidic soil - neutral soil loving plant.

Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost.

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 4.94 feet (1.52 metres) and sow at a depth of around 1.17 inches (3.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 21°C / 70°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Atlantic Giant about 14 days before your last frost date.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Atlantic Giant is a hardy plant.

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by early autumn.

Dill’s Atlantic