Grizzly Bear Pumpkin F1
description
Pumpkin 'Grizzly Bear F1' (Cucurbita pepo) – proposed by the seed company WH Perron
The 'Grizzly Bear F1' pumpkin is an intriguing and unique variety. With its small, round, warty fruits of an unusual pale brown, it will add a strange and original touch to your autumn decorations. Grown on a long vine, this pumpkin offers reliable yields and is ideal for lovers of unusual varieties.
Maturity after sowing (days): 85
Fruit size (cm): 12-15 x 12-15
Fruit weight (kg): 2.5-3.5
Fruit shape: Round and warty
Vine: Long
Type: Small
Color: Pale brown
Quantity per pack: Approximately 20 seeds
Formulation: Treated
Companion plants: Beans, corn, marjoram, mint, radish
Enemy plants: Potato, cabbage
Cultivation method:
Sow directly into the open ground when the soil is well warmed, or start seedlings indoors 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost. Plant seeds 2 to 3 cm deep, spacing plants 1.5 to 3 cm apart. 2 m on the row and rows of 2 to 3 m.
This pumpkin prefers a full sun location and rich, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0 to 7.0). Water regularly to maintain even moisture, avoiding wetting the foliage. Fertilize sparingly to encourage the growth of vines and fruits.
Harvest pumpkins when they reach their characteristic light brown colour and their skin becomes hard. Perfect for autumn decorations or as a curiosity in the vegetable garden, 'Grizzly Bear F1' is sure to attract attention.
Add the 'Grizzly Bear F1' pumpkin to your garden for a harvest that is both strange and fascinating. Ideal for gardeners looking for originality, it promises to surprise young and old alike!
