Can pumpkin seeds be planted directly?

Can pumpkin seeds be planted directly?

Pumpkin seeds cannot be planted directly, otherwise the germination will become slow. Generally, it is best to clean the pumpkin seeds before planting, and then soak them in warm water to germinate. This can increase the germination rate of the seeds. After planting, they can be placed in a warm and humid environment for maintenance.

Pumpkin Seed Planting Time

It is generally best to plant pumpkin seeds in spring, usually from January to March. They can also be planted in July and August in autumn. Generally, pumpkin seeds planted in these two seasons will germinate faster and have a higher survival rate.

Pumpkin Seed Planting Temperature

Germination period: The temperature of pumpkin seeds before germination can be around 25-30 degrees. High temperature is conducive to germination.

Growth period: When pumpkin seeds start to grow, the environmental temperature can be maintained at around 18-32 degrees.

Flowering and fruiting period: During the flowering and fruiting period of pumpkin seeds, it is most suitable for the environmental temperature to be maintained at around 25-27 degrees.

How to Plant Pumpkin Seeds

1. Process the seeds: Disinfect and wash the pumpkin seeds, then soak them in clean water at about 50 degrees, and then soak them in cold water for about 30 minutes.

2. Prepare the soil: prepare loose and fertile soil, then deep plowing before planting, and add enough organic fertilizer to the soil as base fertilizer.

3. Planting management: Plant the processed pumpkin seeds directly on the soil, then water the soil thoroughly. Pay attention to watering in the later stage, just water when the soil is dry.