Great — let’s dive into the lineages for both parents. 1. 2641 Patton (OTT 509) Lineage & Background The fruit “2641.1 Paton 2024” is recorded for this seed line. The family tree for 2641 shows it originates with growers Ian Paton & Stuart Paton in the UK. ...
Top 10 Questions About Giant Pumpkins How do giant pumpkins get so big? Giant pumpkins grow to enormous sizes thanks to specialized genetics (mostly Atlantic Giant), nutrient-rich soil, and careful watering and feeding schedules. Growers also prune vines to...
If you’re looking for bright orange Halloween pumpkins in the suburbs at real bargain prices (think $3 for larger carving pumpkins, $1 for smaller ones), you’ll want to explore the back-road farm stands and simpler farm patches around the Detroit metro area. And...
The Truth About “Milking” Pumpkins — And What Really Makes Them Grow Big Every fall, somebody’s got a “secret trick” for growing giant pumpkins. One of the oldest tales around is about “milking” your pumpkin — sticking a little tube into the vine and feeding it...
Two Champions, One Plant — The Story of “Gourdetta” and “Clementine” In 2025, something extraordinary happened in our Michigan pumpkin patch. From a single plant grew two championship pumpkins — a rare feat that amazed growers across the country. The first pumpkin,...
Now let me tell y’all somethin’. Out here in the country, we don’t need much more than good soil, a little sunshine, and a whole lotta faith to make somethin’ special happen. And this time, what sprouted up in the garden wasn’t just a pumpkin — it was a blessing in...
