Plant pumpkins in late May in rows four to six feet apart. Plant two seeds in each hole, with holes about two feet apart. When the plants have three or four leaves, thin to one plant every two feet. Keep weeds under control and scout for Insects regularly. Keep plants watered between late July and early August when they bloom and fruit.
Pumpkins are ready for harvest when the rind, or skin, has toughened and the stems are dry.
For giant-sized pumpkins weighing several hundred pounds, try growing the Prizewinner variety. Baby Bear is a decorative variety that is sweet for cooking. Its nearly hulless seeds are great for toasted snacks and its size is perfect for children to carve. Permission is hereby given to duplicate this Plant talk Colorado TM script as is if credit is given to the sources.