PUMPKIN: WINTER LUXURY

(CUCURBITA PEPO)

 

A picture-perfect petite heirloom with a history dating back the 1890’s.

The rich creamy flavour of this pumpkin in addition to the velvety texture have made it the gold standard “Pumpkin Pie” pumpkin in the USA! This pumpkin is truly a baker’s best friend; perfect for any breads, muffins, cakes etc which call for pumpkin.  Aside from it’s incredible flavour it can also be enjoyed as a gorgeous ornamental centrepiece.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: OCT, NOV, DEC

Temperate:  SEP, OCT, NOV, DEC

Sub – Tropical: AUG – APR

Tropical: FEB – OCT

Arid: AUG – NOV

 

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6.0-7.5

Rich well-drained soil.

GROWING TIPS

Plant seed 2.5cm deep,

transplant or thin to 1 metre apart.

Protect seeds from birds/rodents with an upturned pot.

 

DAYS TO HARVEST

100-110 Days

APPROX 7 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATED SEED 100% TASMANIAN GROWN

GROWN ORGANICALLY