Pumpkins

Description

Pumpkins

Price is per Pumpkin

This is an ideal multi-use pumpkin – for carving and for eating. Each fruit averages 12-18lbs (5-8kg). Skin is bright orange, smooth and firm. The richly flavored flesh is idea for pies and breads. Seeds make a delicious, and nutritious snack.

• Seed Depth: 1″ (2.5cm)
• Seed Spacing: Groups of 4-6
• Row Spacing: 8′ (240c m)
• Days to Sprout: 10-14
• Plant Spacing: 6-8′ (180-240cm)
• Days to Maturity: 100

Plant: Direct seed at about the frost free date into rich, fertile soil. Usually sown into “hills” of 4-6 seeds and thinned to the 2 strongest plants per hill.

Care: Water regularly and fertilize when lateral runners begin to spread.

Harvest: In Autumn, when skin is hard, cut from zine with a 3″(7.5cm) piece of stem attached.

Your Health: Rich in vitamin A and supplies some minerals.