Jarrahdale Pumpkin Seeds (Cucurbita maxima) Blue-grey skin with sweet, deep-orange flesh. Stunning heirloom from Australia with excellent storage.

Minimum: 10+ Seeds

Blue-Grey Beauty | Sweet Orange Flesh | Long-Lasting Heirloom

The Jarrahdale Pumpkin is a showstopper from Australia, featuring slate-blue skin, deeply ribbed sides, and vibrant orange flesh. Grown as much for its stunning looks as its sweet, stringless interior, this heirloom winter squash delivers in both beauty and flavor. Perfect for roasting, pies, soups, or fall decor, it also stores for months—making it a favorite among gardeners, homesteaders, and chefs alike.

🌟 Why Grow Jarrahdale Pumpkin?

• 🎨 Striking Appearance – Unique blue-grey rind with deep ridges

• 🍯 Rich, Sweet Flesh – Deep-orange interior with smooth texture

• 🧺 Excellent Storage – Keeps well for up to 6 months post-harvest

• 🥧 Versatile Kitchen Use – Ideal for baking, soups, and roasting

• 🍂 Decor-Ready – Perfect for autumn displays, markets, or centerpieces

• 🌱 Heirloom Genetics – Open-pollinated and seed-saving friendly

🌱 Planting & Growing Info:

• Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima

• Plant Type: Warm-season annual

• Days to Maturity: 95–110 days

• Fruit Size: 6–12 lbs average

• Spacing: 3–4 ft apart; rows 6 ft apart

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Soil Needs: Rich, well-draining soil with added compost

• Watering: Deep, consistent moisture—especially during fruiting

• Pollination: Bees and squash pollinators (plant near other cucurbits for best yields)

🧠 Growing Tips:

• Start seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost or direct sow once soil reaches 70°F

• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

• Use a wide area or allow vines to sprawl for best fruit development

• Harvest when rind resists pressure and stem begins to cork/dry

• Cure in a warm, dry space for 10–14 days before long-term storage

🏡 Perfect For:

• Home gardens and edible landscapes

• Farmstands and autumn markets

• Heirloom seed saving and preservation

• Cooking from scratch—especially pies and stews

• Eye-catching porch or table decorations

🍽️ Grow Gourmet Flavor & Rustic Charm

With its dramatic color, long shelf life, and rich flavor, Jarrahdale Pumpkin is more than just a pretty face—it’s a culinary and visual delight. Whether you’re baking up cozy recipes or dressing up your fall porch, this heirloom delivers unforgettable results straight from the garden.