Hooligan F1 Pumpkin

5 Seeds

Hooligan F1 Pumpkin is a compact hybrid mini pumpkin that produces attractive cream-colored fruits with green and orange stripes, typically weighing 300–500 g. The fruits are edible and also highly valued for autumn decorations and ornamental displays. This bushy, space-saving variety is ideal for home gardens, raised beds, and large containers. It performs very well in the Gulf when grown during the cooler season.

Best Planting Time

• September to November (recommended)
• A second planting is possible in late January to February in frost-free Gulf areas.
• Avoid planting during the hottest summer months.

Seed Preparation

• No soaking is required.
• Optional: Soak seeds in lukewarm water (25–30°C) for 4–6 hours to encourage faster germination.
• No cold stratification is needed.

Soil Preparation

Use fertile, loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.

Recommended mix:

• 40% Garden soil
• 30% Compost
• 20% Coco peat
• 10% Perlite or coarse sand

Ideal soil pH:

• 6.0–7.5

Sowing Method

• Sow seeds directly into the garden or large containers.
• Plant seeds 2–3 cm deep.
• Place 2 seeds per hole and thin to the strongest seedling after germination.
• Avoid disturbing the roots by minimizing transplanting.

Temperature & Light

• Ideal germination temperature: 22–30°C
• Ideal growing temperature: 20–32°C
• Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• Full sun produces the highest yields.

Watering

• Keep the soil evenly moist during germination.
• Water deeply when the top 3–5 cm of soil becomes dry.
• Reduce watering slightly as fruits mature to improve fruit quality.
• Avoid wetting the foliage to reduce fungal diseases.

Germination Time

• 5–10 days

Plant Spacing

• 80–100 cm between plants.
• 150–180 cm between rows.

Harvesting

• Harvest 85–100 days after sowing.
• Fruits are ready when:
  • The rind becomes hard.
  • The color is fully developed.
  • The stem begins to dry and turn brown.
• Cut fruits with 5–8 cm of stem attached for longer storage.

Fertilization

• Mix compost into the soil before planting.
• Apply a balanced fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during vine growth.
• Once flowering begins, switch to a fertilizer higher in phosphorus and potassium to encourage fruit production.

Gulf Climate Tips

• Plant only during the cooler growing season.
• Apply mulch to conserve soil moisture and keep fruits clean.
• Water early in the morning.
• Hand-pollinate flowers if pollinator activity is low.
• Monitor for aphids, whiteflies, squash bugs, spider mites, powdery mildew, and downy mildew.
• Hooligan F1 is excellent for home gardens, raised beds, decorative displays, patios, and container gardening throughout the Gulf.