Pumpkin 'Batwing'

Cucurbita pepo var. pepo

How to grow Pumpkin 'Batwing'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Batwing is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Batwing tends to grow best in a soil ph of between 6.5 and 7.0 meaning it does best in weakly acidic soil - neutral soil.

Growing Batwing from seed

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 Batwing about 14 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Batwing

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

Harvesting Batwing