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Orange Pumpkin

Name: Orange Pumpkin
Brand: Norseco
SKU: NOR-69-4032-502
Price: 5.19 CAD
Availability: InStock

Latin name Cucurbita pepo

Quantity per packet About 10 seeds

Product information

Bulb
identification

Latin nameCucurbita pepo

FamilyCucurbitaceae

CycleAnnual

Bulb typeVegetable

Quantity per packAbout 10 seeds

Product
description

The 'Intermédiaire' orange pumpkin embodies all the charm of the autumn vegetable garden with its brightly colored fruits, slightly elongated shape, and generous appearance that immediately brings to mind abundant late-season harvests. This Cucurbita pepo variety is appealing for both its decorative purpose and its real culinary value, offering beautiful deep orange pumpkins perfect for homemade recipes as well as Halloween decorations. Vigorous and robust, it develops long trailing vines that energetically occupy space, creating a lively scene in the garden where the large leaves, nectar-rich flowers, and ripening fruits catch the eye while supporting pollinator activity. Easy to grow in rich, warmed soil, it is well-suited for gardeners who have a bit of space and want to harvest fruits that are practical, decorative, and tasty. Its mildew tolerance is an appreciable asset for maintaining healthier cultivation throughout the summer. When ripe, its good-sized fruits are suitable for pies, preserves, and soups, as well as for harvesting seeds to roast. Its sprawling habit and strong growth recall the pleasure of generous crops that gradually transform the garden into an autumnal larder. Productive, attractive, and versatile, the 'Intermédiaire' orange pumpkin is a reliable classic for those who enjoy cultivating abundance with a festive touch.

Garden
placement

Where to plant Pies, preserves, roasted seeds, Halloween decorations

Planting
and care

ExposureSun

Planting periodAfter the last frosts, in spring

Planting depth2.5 cm (1 in)

Rooting temperature20 to 30 °C (68 to 86 °F)

WateringSupported

Soil typeFertile, rich in organic matter and well-drained

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

Bloom periodJuly to August

HarvestApproximately 100 days after sowing

Companion plantsBean, corn, marjoram, mint, radish

Plants to avoidPotato, cabbage

Size
and growth

Height40 to 60 cm (16 to 24 in)

Spread2 to 3 m (6.5 to 10 ft)

Rooting / establishment5 to 10 days

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