The Great Pumpkin Patch at 200 Acres Farm | Enjoy Illinois (2024)

1749A CR 1900 N, Arthur, IL 61911

Farms & Orchards

The Great Pumpkin Patch is proud to invite guests to see over 300 varieties of pumpkins, squash and gourds from over 30 countries around the world; all grown here on our farm.

We love what we do and take great interest in providing beautiful surroundings in which to educate our guests about the Cucurbit family. Numerous premier displays, over 5,000 hardy mums, various mazes and gardens grace the grounds. We exhibit our love for diversity, through not only plants, but animals — featuring several goats, pigs, exotic chickens, rabbits, a llama and an alpaca. There are several places to eat and drink on the farm and lots of entertainment on the weekends.

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How many acres are needed for a pumpkin farm? ›

Pumpkins Crop Guide
Estimated Cost$600 – $800 per acre
Minimum Size1 to 10 acres
Risk FactorModerate to high
Other Limiting FactorsWeeds, downy and powdery mildew of foliage, viruses, squash vine borer; adequate bees for pollination.
CommentsMost pumpkin sales are made before the Halloween and Thanksgiving seasons.
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How much is an acre of pumpkins worth? ›

The value of the utilized production of pumpkins in 2020 is estimated at $180.3 million with the average US farm price for pumpkins approximately 8 cents per pound. Based on the average price per pound and average yield per acre, the estimated “average” gross was $1,928 per acre.

How much do pumpkin farmers make? ›

You can typically charge between $0.79 – $. 089 (€0.66 – €0.74) per pound for each pumpkin. Take a look at what other growers in your area are selling their pumpkins for to get an idea of pricing for your own crops. Although profits are highly variable, you can make about $30,000 (€24,936) from a small pumpkin farm.

What is a pumpkin patch? ›

Pumpkin patch or Pumpkin Patch may refer to: A garden where pumpkins are planted, commonly available for sale. Pumpkin Patch (retailer), a store in New Zealand selling children's clothes.

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