Description
This pumpkin has deeply ridged, exceptionally flattened fruits that weigh 25-35 lbs. Selected out of the very old French Heirloom Rouge Vif D’Etampes, which was the most common pumpkin in the Central Market in Paris back in the 1880’s. Flesh has thick walls that are sweet, moist and custard-like and is tasty in pies or baked. This one can also be picked small, like summer squash, and fried. It is a good yielder too.
Pumpkin – Cinderella – Cucurbita maxima
Soil & Water: Pumpkins prefer loam or sandy soil high in organic matter to hold large amounts of moisture. The plants require heavy, even water for best development. Preferred soil pH is between 6.0-7.0.
Planting & Growing: Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost or sow seed directly when soil temperature reaches 70F. To begin growing earlier, use mulching plastics and row covers to warm the soil. Place a board underneath the fruit to help prevent rotting.
Harvesting & Storage: For immediate use, harvest when the skin loses its sheen. For storage, harvest pumpkins when fully mature. Cut the fruit from the vine, leaving 4″-6″ of stem. Cure for storage by setting in a warm, dry location for 1-2 weeks.
- Soil Temperature: 70-90F
- Planting Depth: 1/2″-1″
- Germination: 6-18 Days
- Height At Maturity: 18″-24″
- Days To Maturity: 110 Days
- Sun/Shade: Full Sun
- Spacing After Thinning: 2′-4′
- Approx Seeds per Pack: 10 Seeds
Product image(s) via: Seeds for Generations
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