How to grow pumpkins in pots: If you are thinking of adding a new plant to your kitchen garden, then this time learn the easy way to grow pumpkins in pots, which is ready in 3-4 months. Learn the complete guide to growing pumpkin in a pot in 9 steps.
Pumpkin curry and kheer are the pride of every Indian home. Its sweetness and color make it very special. If you are also thinking of adding a new plant to your kitchen garden, then why not plant a pumpkin in a pot. The months from October to January are considered suitable for farming. During this period the temperature is between 15-21 degrees. Also, there are less pest problems in winter as compared to summer and plants grow well. In such a situation, let us know in 9 steps how pumpkin can be planted in a pot?
Right time for pumpkin cultivation?
Pumpkins can be grown in both cold and heat, although this depends on the variety.
Which variety of pumpkin to grow for pot?
- Jack Be Little
- Baby Boo
- Munchkin
- Small Sugar
- Kakai Hullless
- Black Futsu
Method of growing pumpkin in pot
- Whatever be the plant, it is very important to pay attention to its pot and soil, otherwise all the hard work will go waste. In such a situation, keep these things in mind while choosing a pot.
- If you are growing Munchkin, Baby Baby Boo, Small Sugar, Jack BE Little or Kakai Hulless pumpkin varieties, then a 30-50 liter pot will be best.
How to prepare soil for pot?
- Use ready potting mix or local soil for vegetables.
- Keep the ratio of manure and soil 1.1.
- The PH of soil should also be between 6.0-6.8.
- Mix cowdung, compost and some wood ash before planting.
How to plant pumpkin seeds?
Most people make the mistake of planting seeds directly in the soil, this should not be done. First of all, soak the seeds in lukewarm water for 24 hours and germinate them by placing them in a wet paper tower. During this period the temperature should be around 18-29 degrees. Now sow the seeds in the pot at a depth of 1.2.5 cm. The soil should be moist. After planting the seeds, expose them to sunlight for 6-10 hours every day, cover the plant with a cloth to protect it from frost at night. Along with this, keep the plant at a place where it gets space to spread, the pumpkin vine will spread, in such a situation you can choose it for balcony or terrace. Along with this, keep distance between plants.
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How to take care of pumpkin plant?
- There is no need of much water in winter, give 1-2 inches of water in a week.
- Do not pour water on leaves and vine, it may cause rot
- Add nitrogenous fertilizer to the soil as the leaves expand.
- Pumpkins depend on pollination, so be sure to plant them nearby as they attract bees.
Pumpkin growing sequence
- sowing seeds in december
- Germination in 5-10 days
- plant growth in january
- flowers in february
- Fruiting in February-March
- Harvesting in March and April
When and how to pluck pumpkins?
- If the pumpkin turns into the correct colour, it is ripe. If nails do not pierce its skin then it is ready.
- cut the stalk with scissors
- The crop is ready 30-55 days after flowering
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How to store pumpkin?
- If you want to store pumpkin, keep it in a warm and dry place for 10 days, later you can also keep it in the refrigerator.
- Ways to protect plants from pests
- Powdery mildew is the most common disease during winter season. To avoid this, keep space between plants, spray neem oil every day.