The perfect mini pumpkin. Deep orange 600g to 1 kg fruits with slender, sturdy, easy to grip handles, they are very appealing to children. In addition to its decorative use, the flesh is good for pies and the semi hull-less seeds are good for toasted snacks. The yield potential is high and the fruits have very good storage qualities.
Matures 110 days from transplant.
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Cucurbita pepo
| OPTIMUM SOIL TEMP FOR GERMINATION | DAYS TO GERMINATION | DISTANCE APART TO PLANT SEEDLINGS | PREFERRED GROWING PERIOD | WHEN TO SOW | NUMBER OF SEEDS PER PACKET | PREFERRED GROWING METHOD | BEST USE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-25 | 7-14 | 200cm | Tender | 2 | 15 |
Transplant
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Gourmet Vegetable
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KEY to WHEN TO SOW |
1 Early Spring | 2 Late Spring & Early Summer |
3 Late Summer & Early Autumn |
