Pumpkins, Squash, Gourds and Courgettes are all part of the same family and can be treated and grown in a similar way.

Growing Tips for Pumpkins
Pumpkins, as annuals, should be grown from seed planted indoors in individual pots during late April or early May.
Sow the flat seeds edgewise downwards not flat to discourage rotting from watering.
After 3 or 4 weeks when the roots fill the pot they can be planted out in the garden avoiding root disturbance.
Soak the pot well and plant with lots of manure and water retentive compost. They are gross feeders and drinkers.
Plants can be trained up frames or arches. Tie in until the tendrils can take some weight
Pumpkins can trail over 4 square yards unless growing tips are pinched out when plants are large enough.