Description
Pumpkin is with a very nutritious property. The seed packet contains approximately 35 seeds.
There are many types of Pumpkins, that can grow in various types of climatic conditions. Pumpkins are heavy feede Regular treatments of manure or compost mixed with water will sustain good growth.
Seeds Specifications
| Seeds per Packet | 20 |
| Common Name | fluted gourd, fluted pumpkin, Ugu |
| Height | 1.5 to 15 ft |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Bloom Time | Summer, spring |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
- Pumpkins are very thirsty plants and need lots of water
- Water one inch per week
- Water deeply, especially during fruit set
- Pinch off the fuzzy ends of each vine after a few pumpkins have formed
- Bees are essential for pollination, so be mindful when using insecticides to kill pests
Pumpkin care
- Pumpkins do best when the seeds are directly planted in the ground
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Watering | Moderately |
| Soil | well-drained soil, fertile, loose soil, high in organic matter with pH between 5.8 and 6.8 |
| Temperature | 20 to 30 degree C |
| Fertilizer | Use any organic fertilizer |
| Harvest Season | Summer, Spring |
Pumpkin special feature
Pumpkins are cultivated in the very warm condition, which can also resist in cold temperature.
Pumpkin uses
Medicinal Use:
- Rich the source of vitamin A and potassium
Culinary Use:
- Tender leaves and mature fruit are used for cooking purpose
- The cooked pulp is fabulous in pies, sweet preparation cookies, bread, soups, appetizers, main dishes
- the list goes on and on!