- Iranian heirloom variety
- Large fruit up to 20kg
- Excellent storer
Description
Pumpkin- Iran
Cucurbita moschata
- Iranian heirloom variety
- Large fruit up to 20kg
- Excellent storer
Originally from northeastern Iran, this variety is also grown in the US and across the Caribbean. Vigorous vines bearing very large fruit weighing up to 20kg. The ornamental skin is silver grey, sometimes mixed with salmon orange. The flesh is bright orange with a sweet flavour. Excellent storer, up to 12 months in good conditions. Vines have good heat tolerance.
Also known as 'Calabaza' or 'Calabassa' in the US, 'Auyama', 'Ayote' and 'West Indian Pumpkin'.
Seeds per gram: 5
Product code: Z-10042_P
Best Months to Plant
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Method | Sow direct |
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Sowing Depth | 20mm |
Season | Spring or after frost |
Germination | 8-12 days @ 21-35°C |
Hardiness / Life Cycle | Frost tender Annual |
Row Spacing | 300cm |
Plant Spacing | 120cm |
Position | Full sun, moist well drained soil |
Days Until Maturity | 110 days |
*Notes: Harvest fruit when vine dries out. Susceptible to mildew.
How To Grow
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