Quantity
About 10 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Discover the plant
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Annual
Pumpkin 'White' ( Cucurbita maxima ) – offered by Semences WH Perron
The 'Blanche' pumpkin is a unique and spectacular variety, known for its pure white color, reminiscent of a ghost. Its white flesh offers exceptional aesthetics and a sweet flavor, perfect for pies, preserves and roasted seeds. Grown in optimal conditions, it can reach a diameter of 35 to 40 cm and weigh up to 20 kg, making it an ideal choice for Halloween decorations and gourmet recipes.
Spread: 3 to 4 m
Plant height: 40 to 60 cm
Quantity per pack: 10 seeds
Maturity: 90 days
Color: White
Fruit dimensions: 35 x 35 cm
Fruit weight: 13 to 16 kg
Companion plants: Beans, corn, marjoram, mint, radish
Enemy plants: Potato, cabbage
Cultivation method:
Sow directly into the ground when the risk of frost has passed and the soil is well warmed. Plant 4 to 5 seeds at a depth of 2.5 cm in mounds spaced 2 m apart. Thin out to 2 or 3 plants per mound after germination. The 'White' pumpkin appreciates a fertile soil rich in organic matter.
Water deeply to maintain consistent moisture, especially during active growing season. Monitor for pests and rotate crops to avoid disease.
Harvest and use:
Harvest pumpkins when they are well-formed, firm, and bright white. Store in a cool, dry place for best preservation. Use for eye-catching decorations or recipes rich in flavor and vitamin A.
Add a touch of elegance and diversity to your vegetable garden with the 'White' pumpkin, perfect for combining aesthetics and deliciousness.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
2.5 cm (1 in)
Establishment temperature
20 to 30 °C (68 to 86 °F)
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Very fertile, rich in organic matter and well-drained
Watering
Supported
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSummer
Harvest90 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsBean, corn, marjoram, mint, radish
Avoid planting withPotato, cabbage
Decorating, cooking, preserves, freezing, toasted seeds
