Customer Service Hours
Mon-Fri 8-4 MST
Features
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Native
Southern United States and Mexico
Life Cycle
Frost-sensitive annual
Plant Height
Vine
Further Information
Growing Conditions
Frost Sensitive
Plant Resistance
- Powdery Mildew Resistant
- Watermelon Mosaic Virus Resistant
About Casperita Pumpkin Seeds
Cucurbita pepo (hybrid)
Extra-small, white, round pumpkin; 4"–4 ½" diameter.
Planting Pumpkin
Days to Maturity
75 – 80 days
Plant Spacing
2–3 seeds per mound
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Vine
Planting Depth
1"
Coverage & Planting Details
| Coverage | This packet sows up to 5 mounds. |
|---|---|
| Row Spacing | 4' – 5' |
| Seed Depth | 1" |
| Seed Spacing | 2–3 seeds per mound |
| Thinning | When several leaves, thin to 1 –2 per mound |
| Germination | 7–14 days |
| Start Indoors | Not recommended except in very short growing seasons, 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly in the ground. Transplant after your average last frost date, when weather is warm and settled. |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. 2 to 4 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–90°F. |
| Growing & Harvesting | Harvest pumpkins before the first fall frost, and when foliage has begun to dry out. Cut stem with a knife, leaving 3"–4" of stem on the pumpkin. Do not hold the pumpkin by the stem; if stem attachment gets broken, or any part of the pumpkin bruises, the pumpkin may rot. Brush off any dirt or leaves. Ideally, cure at 80°-85°F and 80–85% humidity or a warm, sunny spot with good air circulation for 1 to 2 weeks before eating or storage. Do not allow harvested fruit to get wet. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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14 reviews
- Alaina M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars8/26/26So cute!
I cannot believe how many cute little pumpkins these plants are producing! Each day I find a new pumpkin growing. A little bit of the white mold spots on the leaves, but we've had a very wet summer, but nothing horrible that's stopping the plants from developing more pumpkins. Can't wait to pair them with my black cat pumpkins!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests8/29/26Hey Alaina,
We're so stoked to hear that your Casperita Pumpkins are producing such adorable little pumpkins! It's awesome that you're finding new ones growing every day - that's exactly the kind of productivity we love to see. And we think pairing them with your black cat pumpkins is going to look absolutely amazing! Thanks so much for being part of the growing community! Keep on growing 🌻
- MarieRated 5 out of 5 stars4/21/265 Stars
Cant wait to grow this mini pumpkin variety!!
- Lee A. G.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/5/26I’m excited to plant these!
Little white pumpkins for decorating.
Fun for littles to paint!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests2/6/26Hey Lee,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your excitement for our Casperita Pumpkin Seeds! We're so excited to hear that you're looking forward to planting these little white beauties! What a fun idea to have the little ones paint them for decorating! Great idea! Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your creative plans with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Cassandra C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/7/25Casperita Pumpkins
Awesome pumpkins! Very prolific so I can give them away to family and friends who are always so excited by them.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests10/7/25Hey Cassandra,
Thank you so much for this fantastic 5-star review! "Very prolific" is exactly what we love to hear about Casperita Pumpkins - these beauties really know how to deliver an abundant harvest that keeps on giving!
We absolutely love that you're able to share your homegrown Casperitas with family and friends, and the fact that they get so excited about receiving them just shows how special these pumpkins really are. There's something so wonderful about being able to spread that homegrown joy and watch people light up when they see those beautiful pumpkins you've grown yourself!
Your prolific harvest success is such a testament to what dedicated gardeners can achieve with Casperita Pumpkins. Having enough to give away while still enjoying your own harvest - that's the kind of gardening abundance every pumpkin grower dreams of!
Your experience will be so inspiring for other gardeners who want to discover just how rewarding and generous Casperita Pumpkins can be, both for their own gardens and for sharing that homegrown magic with the people they care about!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Elizabeth S.AL, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 stars9/19/25Did not germinate
Unfortunately I didn't have any success with these. Nothing came up despite following directions.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedBIBotanical Interests9/24/25Hey Elizabeth,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️