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Pumpkin 'Black Futsu' (Cucurbita moschata)

With the bloom of a Victoria plum, the pleats of Shakespearean breeches and the flavour of sweet potato, treacly when roasted, this trailing pumpkin looks and tastes SUPERB.
£1.50 £2.95
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Tried & tested by Sarah
Super productive variety
Easy to grow

With the bloom of a Victoria plum, the pleats of Shakespearean breeches and the flavour of sweet potato, treacly when roasted, this trailing pumpkin looks and tastes SUPERB

It's a brilliant winter storer too.

Please note, illustrated packets are being introduced gradually over the coming months, availability may vary.

Product details

Type
Edible Crop
Position
Kitchen Garden
Soil
Broad Tolerance
Flowers
August - October
Height
60cm (24in)
Common name
Pumpkin
Moisture
Moist but Well-drained
Aspect
Full Sun
Spread
1.8m (6ft)
Cultivation
Sow under cover late March-May. Soak seed overnight, then sow 2.5cm (1in) deep in a 9cm pot. Once they have 5-6 leaves, they’re ready to go out. Harden off and plant once frosts are over. Sow direct from mid-May, even sowing into your compost heap.

Care Tips

Water well, and avoid the plant becoming dry. Mulch well, and dig in plenty of manure. Will need a frame to climb up. It is important to pinch out the triffid-like growth tips once they reach 1.8m and to keep doing so! This helps the fruit to set.

Flowering Time

August - October

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