5 Dill's Atlantic Giant Pumpkin Seeds

Grow the Biggest Pumpkin on the Block—or in the Country!

Ready to make your garden the talk of the town? With Dill's Atlantic Giant Pumpkin Seeds, you're not just growing pumpkins—you're growing legends. Famous for breaking world records, this heirloom variety was first introduced in 1978 by Howard Dill of Nova Scotia and has since become the gold standard in giant pumpkin competitions.

These pink-orange, heavily ribbed pumpkins can tip the scales at 200 pounds or more—some growers have even achieved over 1,000 pounds with expert care. Whether you're aiming for the county fair, a jaw-dropping fall display, or just a fun garden challenge, Dill’s Atlantic Giant delivers in size, impact, and bragging rights.

🎃 Key Features:

🏆 Record-Breaking Giant Pumpkins – Grown for exhibitions and competitions
🌿 Heirloom & Non-GMO – Naturally open-pollinated for pure, reliable genetics
☀️ Loves Full Sun – Thrives in warm-season gardens with plenty of sunlight
🐝 Ideal for Fall Displays – Adds show-stopping flair to porches, events & festivals
⏳ 120 Days to Maturity – Watch it grow rapidly with the right nutrients and space
🧬 Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima
🌱 Life Cycle: Annual | Plant Type: Running Vine

📏 Growing Info:

• Fruit Size: Up to 200+ lbs
  
• Days to Maturity: 120 days
• Plant Spacing: 6–10 feet
  
• Planting Depth: 1 inch
  
• Sowing Method: Start Indoors or Direct Sow
  
• Light Requirement: Full Sun
  
• Cold Stratification: Not Required
  
• Hardiness Zones: 3–10

🌟 Tips for Giant Success:

1. Feed heavily with compost and balanced fertilizer
   
2. Provide plenty of room—vines can spread over 20 ft
   
3. Water consistently, especially during fruit development
   
4. Select the strongest fruit and remove others to direct energy into one giant pumpkin

✅ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: How big can Dill’s Atlantic Giant Pumpkins get?
A: With proper care, spacing, and nutrients, these pumpkins can easily reach 200 pounds or more—some have even topped 1,000 lbs in competitions!

Q: Are these seeds safe to eat or use for cooking?
A: While edible, these pumpkins are primarily grown for size and display. For cooking, smaller culinary varieties are recommended.

Q: Do I need to start these seeds indoors?
A: You can start them indoors or direct sow once the soil warms up. Starting indoors gives a head start in shorter growing seasons.

Q: How much space do I need?
A: These are running vines that need 6–10 feet of spacing—ideally more. Give them room to sprawl and thrive!

Q: Are these seeds non-GMO?
A: Yes! Dill’s Atlantic Giant is a non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom variety.