7 Must-Try Pumpkins You Need to Grow and Cook With

Pumpkins come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and flavors, and in this blog, we'll be exploring seven of the best pumpkins you need to grow and cook with. From the Long Island Cheese pumpkin to the Sugar Pie pumpkin, we'll be sharing all the properties and distinct flavors of these pumpkins.

Long Island Cheese Pumpkin

First on the list is the Long Island Cheese pumpkin. Despite its name, this pumpkin does not taste like cheese but is a staple for making pumpkin pies on the East Coast. Originating in New York in the 1860s, these pumpkins can grow anywhere from 6 to 15 pounds and have a pale skin with a flat round shape with ridges.

Fairy Tale Pumpkin

Next, we have the Fairy Tale pumpkin, which is a popular pumpkin in France. These pumpkins have a light brown skin and a flattened round shape with an irregular shape, growing from 8 to 15 pounds.

Cinderella Pumpkin

The Cinderella pumpkin is a work of art and gets its name from its resemblance to the pumpkin depicted in the 1950s Disney film. These pumpkins are reddish in color and have a flat round shape with minimal ridges, growing from 10 to 20 pounds.

Uradel Pumpkin

The Uradel pumpkin has a greenish-gray skin and a flattened shape with well-defined ridges. Bred in Australia, these pumpkins can grow up to 10 pounds and are considered dense and heavy for their size.

Sugar Pie Pumpkin

The Sugar Pie pumpkin is a medium-sized classic orange pumpkin that's usually seen in grocery stores. This pumpkin is perfect for making pies, soups, and stews, and is easy to grow, usually growing from 4 to 8 pounds.

Winter Luxury Pumpkin

The Winter Luxury pumpkin is a large, round, and uniform pumpkin with smooth, bright orange skin. This pumpkin is perfect for roasting, baking, or making pumpkin puree and can grow anywhere from 8 to 20 pounds.

Jack-o-Lantern Pumpkin

Last but not least, we have the Jack-o-Lantern pumpkin, which is the classic Halloween pumpkin. This pumpkin is large, round, and has a bright orange skin with a sweet, nutty flavor. Jack-o-Lantern pumpkins can grow anywhere from 8 to 20 pounds.

The 7 Pumpkins

In conclusion, these seven pumpkins are must-tries for any pumpkin lover and gardener. Each pumpkin has its own unique flavor and properties, making them perfect for a variety of dishes. If you're interested in growing these pumpkins, you can purchase seeds by clicking on the link in the description of the video listed above. Happy pumpkin growing and cooking!