Plant Reproduction: How Do You Grow a Giant Pumpkin?

Cath Senker takes readers into the world of competitive pumpkin growing, explaining the science of plant parts and reproduction that make giant pumpkins possible. The narrative follows growers who start with tiny seeds, carefully control soil, water, and nutrients, and face setbacks like disease and unpredictable weather. As they apply these techniques, they enter contests where size is measured in hundreds of pounds, turning a hobby into a high-stakes challenge. Designed for middle-grade students, the book blends practical gardening steps with the thrill of competition.