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Cucurbita maxima

Cucurbita maxima

Common names: pumpkin, food pumpkin

Cucurbita maxima

Photo: Francisco Manuel Blanco (1778 – 1845) (O.S.A.) · Public Domain · Source

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Description

The food pumpkin produces large, decorative fruits and is a classic for autumn dishes and decorations. It requires ample space and nutrient-rich soil.

Care instructions

Full sun, nutrient-rich, humus-rich soil. Water regularly. Stems can be pinched to 2–3 fruits for larger single fruits.

Companion planting

Rather not

potatocucumber

Diseases & pests

1 relevant

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DiseasemediumJun–Sep

Erysiphales

Erysiphales

Varieties

7 varieties

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