As far back as 1798, gardeners in England have been growing and recording their mammoth squashes. However, after the 1850s the interest dwindled. But back in North America, the seed stock of the Mammoths and sense of achievement of growing these behemoth squashes continued. It wasn’t until the 1978 Giant Pumpkin weigh-off in Circleville, OH, a new grower named Howard Dill from Nova Scotia was recognized. He had the new world record. He was on a mission. He continued selecting the best. “The Atlantic Giant” was one of his first objectives to achieve the 1000 lb. goal. This is the genetically famous variety that won the world’s first 1000 lb. pumpkin record. The Atlantic Giant pumpkins are massive and great for show but also make for excellent cooking. 125 Days.