Dill's Atlantic Giant Pumpkin Seeds (Cucurbita maxima) – Grow massive pumpkins up to 200–500 lbs! Perfect for competitions or fun. Vigorous vines need space and full sun. A true showstopper in any garden.

Minimum: 5+ Seeds

Dreaming of growing a pumpkin so massive it needs its own zip code? Meet Dill’s Atlantic Giant—the legendary variety behind world-record pumpkins. With the right care, this colossal cultivar can tip the scales at 200 to 500+ pounds, making it the go-to pumpkin for competitions, fall festivals, or just showing off in the neighborhood.

Why You’ll Love It:

🎯 Grow Giants – Regularly reaches 200–500+ lbs with proper care and feeding
🌞 Vigorous, Sprawling Vines – Needs space and sunshine to thrive
🥇 Competition-Worthy – Used by champion growers worldwide
🎃 Fun for All Ages – Great family project or school garden highlight
📸 Perfect for Photoshoots & Festivals – A true autumn attraction

Botanical Details:

• Latin Name: Cucurbita maxima

• Type: Tender Annual

• Fruit Weight: 200–500+ lbs (with optimal care)

• Vine Length: Up to 25+ feet

• Zones: 3–10 (as annual)

• Sun: Full sun

• Soil Needs: Rich, well-draining, high in organic matter

• Pollination: Monoecious (needs male & female flowers to fruit)

Growing Info:

📆 Days to Germinate: 7–10 days
📅 Days to Maturity: 120–130 days
📦 Seed Count: ~10 seeds per packet
📏 Spacing: 8–12 feet between plants
🧑🌾 Feeding: Heavy feeder—add compost, fish emulsion, and organic fertilizers regularly

How to Grow Atlantic Giants:

1. Start indoors 3–4 weeks before last frost or direct sow once soil warms to 70°F+

2. Transplant seedlings carefully—they don’t like root disturbance

3. Choose one main vine and prune others to focus energy

4. Water deeply and consistently—don’t let soil dry out

5. Once a fruit sets, select the strongest pumpkin and remove others for size

6. Add a board or cloth under the fruit to prevent rot

7. Fertilize heavily with nitrogen early, then switch to phosphorus and potassium

Tips for Giant Success:

🌾 Mulch around vines to retain moisture
🔁 Rotate vines as they grow to prevent snapping
🔍 Keep an eye out for pests like squash bugs or vine borers
⚖️ Support massive pumpkins with slings or pallets if needed

Perfect For:

🏆 Giant Pumpkin Contests & County Fairs
🎃 Fall Decorating & Festivals
📚 School & Science Projects
👨👩👧👦 Family Gardening Fun
📷 Insta-Worthy Garden Features

🧡 Big Dreams Begin with a Giant Seed

Whether you're growing for the blue ribbon, the Halloween party of the year, or just to turn heads in your garden—Dill’s Atlantic Giant delivers on size, fun, and bragging rights.

🛒 Start Your Giant Pumpkin Journey Today!

Grab your Dill’s Atlantic Giant Pumpkin Seeds and grow something truly unforgettable. The garden legend starts with you!