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 a 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. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. For most gardens, maintenance 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
Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget'
Plant Sale lists Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' as seed and seedlings. Availability is confirmed when you request a quote; use the panel above to register interest.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Pumpkin 'Golden Nugget' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.
