- Dating back to colonial times, this pumpkin was grown by Native Americans and produces a large 20 pound fruit.
Connecticut Field Pumpkin is an heirloom pumpkin that has been around since colonial time. It was first grown by Native Americans in New England. This is the pumpkin to grow if you're looking for the perfect jack-o-lantern. Connecticut Field Pumpkin produces a larger twenty pound pumpkin with thick flesh and flattened bottom. Fruits can be around 20 inches in diameter.