Pumpkin 'Jack Be Little'

Cucurbita pepo 'Jack Be Little' is a charming miniature pumpkin cultivar, producing numerous small, flattened, orange fruits ideal for decorative purposes or individual servings. This compact bushy annual plant typically spreads to around 1-1.5 metres, with vines reaching a similar length. It produces bright yellow flowers throughout the summer, with fruits maturing in autumn. 'Jack Be Little' thrives in a sunny, sheltered spot with rich, moist, well-drained soil. It's a fun and rewarding pumpkin for children and those with limited space, offering both ornamental value and edible flesh. RHS hardiness rating H2.

Sun: Full sun.

Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained loam.

Hardiness: H2 — down to 1°C.

Flowering: Jun, Jul, Aug.