Squash Buttercup (Cucurbita maxima) seeds

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Squash 'Buttercup' (Cucurbita maxima) seeds

Das süße Fruchtfleisch hat eine samtige Textur und eignet sich für Suppen, Pürees und vieles mehr.
Contents: Approx. 5 seeds
Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly

2,55 €

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SKU: CUC20

GTIN: 4251420519719

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Buttercup is a traditional pumpkin variety from the USA.

The sweet flesh has a velvety texture, making it ideal for soups, purées, and more. In the USA, it is also commonly used for desserts. The flavour is buttery and slightly nutty.

The dark green, blocky fruits can weigh up to 2 kg.

Plant description

Lifecycle:	Annual
Climate:	Temperate
Eventual height:	100-150 cm
Flowering months:	June July
Flower colour:	Yellow
Fruit colour:	Grün
Use:	Vegetable Edible plant
Special features:	Needs darkness to germinate Open-pollinated
Species:	Cucurbitaceae
Root system:	Shallow roots

Growing advice

Sowing depth:	2-3 cm
When to sow outdoors:	May
Soil type:	Fresh Nutrient-rich Free-draining Humus-rich Moist
Good companion plants:	Broccoli Maize Marigold
Germination time:	5-10 days
Germination temperature:	18-24° C
Nutrient requirements:	Heavy feeder
Planting distance:	150 cm
Row spacing:	150 cm
Bad companion plants:	Dill Cucumber Potatoes
Sunlight:	Full sun
Water requirement:	High