Growing environment and conditions of pumpkin
Pumpkins prefer a warm growing environment. It originated in Mexico and Central America. Now it is widely planted all over the world, both in the north and south of China. Maintenance requires a certain temperature environment, because it is not very resistant to low temperature environment and needs sufficient light.
Pumpkin growth conditions
Pumpkin is a warm vegetable. Maintenance requires a warm climate and high temperature resistance. But it is not resistant to low temperature and needs plenty of sunshine when growing.
Pumpkin growth temperature
Pumpkins prefer high temperature environment, and the temperature should be kept between 18-32 degrees when curing. When the temperature is higher than 46 degrees, it grows slowly, and the fastest growth temperature is around 25 degrees.
Pumpkin growth process
After planting, if the temperature is kept above 15 degrees, the pumpkin will germinate in about 1-2 weeks. It needs to be prepared in winter, and the seeds should be planted in the spring of the following year. The growth rate is relatively fast, and proper fertilization is needed from April to June.
Pumpkin planting time and method
Pumpkins are usually planted in spring every year, and they need to be planted with full seeds to grow stronger. Moreover, when planting, they need to use loose and fertile soil with good drainage, and need timely illumination, watering and fertilization.