Scarface Pumpkin is an F1 hybrid variety bred for serious market growers and home gardeners who want reliable, striking fruit. This compact plant produces pumpkins in 105 days across hardiness zones 3 through 11, making it accessible to gardeners in most climates. The real draw is in the name: distinctive warty fruit that commands attention in the field or at harvest time. Its dense growth habit means you can pack more plants into your garden space, and the 4-inch spacing requirement makes efficient use of beds. From seed to mature fruit, Scarface delivers consistent results when given well-draining soil and steady moisture.
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Distinctive warty skin gives Scarface its memorable character and visual impact. The compact growth habit allows closer spacing than many pumpkin varieties, letting gardeners maximize their harvest in limited space. As an F1 hybrid, it combines the vigor and consistency of modern breeding with reliable productivity. The 105-day maturity window fits neatly into most growing seasons, and its frost-tender nature means timing planting for fall market success is straightforward in zones 3 through 11.
Scarface produces pumpkins suited to fall decoration, traditional pies, and culinary preparations where appearance matters as much as taste. The warty, textured skin makes these fruit visually striking for display and seasonal decoration.
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Sow 2 to 3 seeds per 2-inch container or plug flat about 3 weeks before your transplant date. Maintain germination temperatures of 75 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Once seedlings emerge, thin to 1 plant per container using scissors to minimize root disturbance. Harden off plants 4 to 7 days before transplanting by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions.
Transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed, spacing plants 4 inches apart. Handle seedlings with care to avoid root damage. Plastic mulch and row covers (AG-19 grade) can accelerate establishment and exclude insect pests during the seedling stage; remove covers when plants begin to flower to allow pollination.
Scarface pumpkins mature in 105 days. Harvest when skin color is fully developed and the rind feels firm to pressure. Avoid prolonged sun exposure to mature fruit after foliage begins to die back, as this reduces skin color quality and handle durability. Cut fruit from the vine with a short stem attached to improve storage longevity.
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