Pumpkin 'Grey Crown' Hybrid
Hugely popular due to consistently reliable performance in a wide range of conditions. Produces generous, medium sized pumpkins with thin, easy-to-cut grey skin.
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Queensland Blue is a popular old Australian heirloom that performs well in the subtropics. The sweet, rich orange flesh has a superior flavor and aroma, and the ribbed blue-grey skin can be eaten. The large, ample fruit have outstanding storage qualities. An excellent choice for roasting.
Features
- Sweet & aromatic
- Thin-skinned
- Stores well
Product details
How
For early sowing, raise in pots of Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix in a well-lit, protected spot. Transplant after 3-4 weeks. For direct sowing press 3-4 seeds into mounds of moist soil 1m apart. Later thin to the two strongest plants.
Care
Select a Sunny, well-drained position. Add compost and Yates Thrive Natural Blood & Bone before planting. When vines are carrying plenty of flowers, pinch off ends to contain growth. Harvest as the vine dies off, and the stalk turns brown. Protect from snails and slugs with Yates Blitzem.
Hint
Great companion plant for corn, marjoram, Beans and radishes. Provide growing plants with plenty of water at root level. Poor fruiting is usually caused by heat and/or water stress, particularly when young.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Plant space |
1m |
| Sow depth |
20mm |
| Germination |
6-10 days |
| Germination (days) |
8 days |
| Row space |
3m |
| Maturity |
14-16 weeks |
| Maturity (days) |
105 days |
| Botanical name |
Cucurbita maxima |
Pumpkin 'Butternut'
Perfect for roasting, stuffing, char-grilling, in soups and risotto. Butternuts are packed with sweet, nutty flavour, with a small seed cavity.
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