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PUMPKIN Gunsynd
Cucuribta maxima
Stock: Available
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Characteristics: Annual vine
Seed per packet: Approx 8
A segmented grey pumpkin that produces producing high yields of uniform fruits around 6-7 kilos with orange flesh.
An excellent variety with a very strong vine suited to harsh conditions. Tolerant of high heat and resistant to powdery mildew.
Adaptable to most good garden soils but prefers a rich soil with generous amount of water in full sun.
Tropical: All Year Round
Temperate: Spring to Early Summer
Cool climate: Mid Spring to Early Summer
Sow: 2cm deep
Sow 3-4 seeds in raised mounds 1 metre apart in direct in growing position. Thin to to the stwo strongest plants in each mound.
Plant space: 1 metre
Row Space: 1 metre
Germination: 6-10 days
Maturity: 14 weeks
