Who sat in the pumpkin patch in Charlie Brown?

In the "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" special, Linus Van Pelt sits in the pumpkin patch, waiting for the Great Pumpkin to appear. He believes that the Great Pumpkin will rise from the patch and deliver toys to good children on Halloween night. Despite his friends' skepticism, Linus remains hopeful and dedicated to his vigil throughout the night. Ultimately, he is disappointed when the Great Pumpkin does not arrive.