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PUMPKIN Long Island Cheese
Cucuribta moschata
Stock: Out Of Stock
SKU Code: V 3500
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Characteristics: Annual vine
Seed per packet: 6
A classic heirloom pumpkin of the 19th century, it has the size, shape and appearance of a wheel of cheese. The skin is tan coloured with sweet, deep orange flesh. It has exceptional keeping qualities and is medium sized 3-4.5 kg.
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
We now stock a range of Propagation Accessories including the popular Aquamiser Propagation Kits, Pots, Native and Forestry Tubes, Trays, Labels and more.
We can only ship these items to Australian locations, international customers please request shipping quotation prior to purchasing.
