{"product_id":"pumpkin-baby-blue","title":"PUMPKIN-BABY BLUE","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Baby Blue Pumpkins\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePrepare the soil first.  Blue Pumpkins require well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. The soil pH should be between 6.0 and 6.8.  Before planting, add compost or well-rotted manure and till it to a depth of 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 inches).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlant Baby Blue Pumpkin seeds directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed.  Plant the seeds 2.5 cm (1 inch) deep and 91- 122 cm (3 - 4 feet) apart in rows that are 183 cm (6 feet) apart. You can also start the seeds indoors 2 to 4 weeks before the last frost and transplant them to the garden after the seedlings have developed their second set of leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWater \u003c\/span\u003eregularly and water deeply once a week, providing 2.5 to 5 cm (1 - 2 inches) of water each week. Make sure the soil is evenly moist, but not waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFertilise \u003c\/span\u003eBaby Blue Pumpkin with a balanced fertiliser, such as a 10-10-10 or 5-10-5 formula, at planting time and again 4 to 6 weeks later. Apply the fertiliser according to the manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHarvest\u003c\/span\u003e when the skin has turned a deep blue-grey colour and the stem has turned brown. Cut the pumpkin from the vine, leaving a 2 to 3-inch (5 to 7.5 cm) stem attached. Store the pumpkin in a cool, dry place with good air circulation. It will keep for several months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHeritage of Baby Blue Pumpkin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBaby Blue Pumpkin is a relatively new heirloom variety that was developed in the 1970s by breeder Tom Baird.  Baird crossed a Seminole Pumpkin with a Hubbard Blue Pumpkin to create the unique blue-grey skin colour and sweet flavour of the Baby Blue Pumpkin.  This pumpkin has since become a favourite among pumpkin growers and enthusiasts for its beautiful colour and delicious taste. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBaby Blue Pumpkins are smaller than their larger counterparts, making them more manageable for home gardeners and smaller households. Their smaller size also means they can be used for individual servings or smaller recipes. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Direct Compost Solutions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55020585091444,"sku":"PKBB","price":3.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/7171\/7748\/files\/PUMPKIN_BABY_BLUE.jpg?v=1785570601","url":"https:\/\/directcompostsolutions.com\/products\/pumpkin-baby-blue","provider":"DIRECT COMPOST SOLUTIONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}