Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil
Prepare the soil by loosening it and mixing in compost
Wait until all danger of frost has passed
Plant pumpkin seeds or seedlings in mounds or hills
Space plants several feet apart to allow spreading vines
Plant seeds about 1 inch deep
Water thoroughly after planting
Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Fertilize lightly after plants begin growing
Remove weeds regularly
Provide plenty of room for vines to spread
Hand-pollinate flowers if fruit set is poor
Harvest pumpkins when they are fully colored and the rind is hard