A compact, bush-type pumpkin bearing small, single-serve orange fruit ideal for stuffing. Space-saving and quick, perfect for smaller gardens and large pots.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 40 cm tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget'
Cucurbita maxima 'Golden Nugget' is an fast-growing edible plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It reaches around 40 cm tall at maturity.
Where to grow Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget'
Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' suits warm-temperate, subtropical and cool-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' is regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' in the garden
Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' earns its place for edible harvests and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget'
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Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.