Dr. Nong: Hello, Ms. Jie Jie! Thank you for your question about growing pumpkin seedlings. When planting pumpkin seeds in sand, it's important to keep the sand moist but not soggy. If there's too much water, the seeds can rot before they even have a chance to sprout. So, a light and consistent watering schedule is key. You can use a spray bottle to gently mist the sand to maintain the right level of moisture without overwatering. Pumpkins come in different varieties, mainly divided into small and large types. Small pumpkins are usually sweeter, with finer flesh and are often used for cooking. In the Lin'an area, common varieties include yellow squash, pumpkin, and others. Recently, some hybrid varieties from Japan have been introduced to suit greenhouse cultivation better. These include Dongsheng, Jinli, and Dianmu Zaosheng, which are known for their early maturity and adaptability to controlled environments. On the other hand, large pumpkins tend to be more late-maturing, with bigger fruits and coarser, less sweet flesh. They are typically grown for decorative purposes or for making pies and soups that require a stronger flavor. If you're just starting out, I recommend choosing a variety that suits your climate and growing conditions. Also, make sure the sand you use is clean and well-draining to prevent waterlogging. With proper care, your pumpkin seedlings should thrive in no time! Pesticide And Fertilizer Raw Materials We are a specialized manufacturers of Pesticide And Fertilizer Raw Materials from China; We support Pesticide Raw Materials, Derris Root Powder, Pyrethrum Extract, Amino Acid Powder, Abscisic Acid and so on. With advanced R & D and manufacturing in Pesticide And Fertilizer Raw Materials. With high-quality products of Pesticide And Fertilizer Raw Material, we can be a trust suppliers / factory. As a wholesale of Pesticide And Fertilizer Raw Materials, we have the perfect after-sales service and technical support. Look forward to your cooperation! Pesticide Raw Materials,Derris Root Powder,Pyrethrum Extract,Amino Acid Powder,Abscisic Acid Xi'an Quanao Biotech Co., Ltd. , https://www.quanaobio.com
How to cultivate pumpkin seedlings in greenhouses?
Recently, I bought a pumpkin seed and was excited to plant it in a greenhouse. My goal is to grow pumpkin seedlings using sand as the growing medium. But here's my question: should I water the sand? And if I add too much water, will it harm the seed?