{"product_id":"mc-citrouille-petite-sucree-bio","title":"Organic 'Petite Sucrée' Pumpkin","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"421\"\u003e Organic 'Petite Sucrée' pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo) from McKenzie seed company, a compact, sweet sugar pumpkin ideal for desserts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"937\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"460\"\u003eorganic 'Petite Sucrée'\u003c\/strong\u003e pumpkin is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"511\"\u003eheirloom variety of sugar pumpkin\u003c\/strong\u003e , prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"596\"\u003ethick, dense, and naturally sweet flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e . The fruits, \u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"639\"\u003e15 to 20 cm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e , have a \u003cstrong data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"683\"\u003esmall seed cavity\u003c\/strong\u003e surrounded by \u003cstrong data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"734\"\u003ebright orange, fine-textured flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e , making it ideal for culinary use. Its sweet and balanced flavor makes it a favorite for \u003cstrong data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"884\"\u003epies\u003c\/strong\u003e , purées, and traditional sweet recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003eHighly prized by \u003cstrong data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"993\"\u003epastry chefs and gourmet gardeners\u003c\/strong\u003e , this variety produces uniform and decorative fruits that can also be used as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eautumn centerpieces\u003c\/strong\u003e . In late summer, it is recommended to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eremove new flowers and young fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e to concentrate the plant's energy on ripening the already formed pumpkins. The plant attracts \u003cstrong data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003ebees and other pollinators\u003c\/strong\u003e , promoting abundant fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eSpread\/Carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vigorous Runner\u003cbr data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eFoliage height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variable, creeping\u003cbr data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eSeed producer:\u003c\/strong\u003e McKenzie\u003cbr data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eSeed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom \u003cbr data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003ePhysical seed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 12 to 15 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet and dense flesh, small seed cavity, ideal for pies and freezing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003eFruit color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange\u003cbr data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine, thick and sweet flesh\u003cbr data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good summer vigor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"2383\"\u003e'Petite Sucrée' pumpkin seeds can be \u003cstrong data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003esown directly outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e once the soil has warmed up and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eall risk of frost has passed\u003c\/strong\u003e . The \u003cstrong data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003eideal soil temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e is between \u003cstrong data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2137\"\u003e18 and 35°C\u003c\/strong\u003e . Sow \u003cstrong data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003e2 to 3 seeds per mound\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2204\"\u003e2.5 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e , spacing the mounds \u003cstrong data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003e1.5 to 1.8 m apart\u003c\/strong\u003e . Water gently and maintain \u003cstrong data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003econsistent moisture\u003c\/strong\u003e during germination, which usually occurs in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003e8 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003eWhen the seedlings have developed \u003cstrong data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2443\"\u003e2 to 3 pairs of leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e , thin them out to leave \u003cstrong data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003eonly one strong plant per mound\u003c\/strong\u003e . For an earlier harvest, it is possible to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2635\"\u003estart the seedlings indoors 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e , then \u003cstrong data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2681\"\u003eharden them off and transplant them\u003c\/strong\u003e into the garden once conditions are favorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2729\" data-end=\"2877\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2753\"\u003eRegular watering\u003c\/strong\u003e , equivalent to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2768\" data-end=\"2800\"\u003e2.5 to 5 cm of water per week\u003c\/strong\u003e , is essential to ensure uniform growth and quality flesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2879\" data-end=\"2906\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"3261\"\u003eThe fruits ripen approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2947\" data-end=\"2975\"\u003e110 days after sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e . Harvest when \u003cstrong data-start=\"2988\" data-end=\"3007\"\u003efully ripe\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let the pumpkins \u003cstrong data-start=\"3038\" data-end=\"3074\"\u003erest in the garden for a few days\u003c\/strong\u003e until the skin hardens. After harvesting, store in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3144\" data-end=\"3168\"\u003ecool, dry place\u003c\/strong\u003e . The flesh \u003cstrong data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3203\"\u003efreezes very well\u003c\/strong\u003e , allowing for extended use beyond the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3263\" data-end=\"3286\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3597\"\u003eThe 'Petite Sucrée' pumpkin is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3325\" data-end=\"3360\"\u003eclassic choice for pies\u003c\/strong\u003e , purées, mild soups, and desserts. Its delicate, sweet flesh is perfect for autumn and winter recipes. It is also prized as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3550\"\u003edecorative element\u003c\/strong\u003e thanks to its compact size and vibrant color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3921\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e The \u003cstrong data-start=\"3613\" data-end=\"3636\"\u003eorganic 'Petite Sucrée'\u003c\/strong\u003e pumpkin from McKenzie Seeds is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3667\" data-end=\"3723\"\u003esure bet for sugar pumpkin lovers\u003c\/strong\u003e , combining \u003cstrong data-start=\"3735\" data-end=\"3760\"\u003eexceptional flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"3762\" data-end=\"3785\"\u003eease of cultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3789\" data-end=\"3814\"\u003eculinary versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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