Pumpkin Golden Nugget Vegetable Seeds

PUMPKIN ‘Golden Nugget’ Vegetable Seeds

Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima

• Compact heirloom variety known for its small, round, deep-orange fruits.
• Excellent for roasting, soups, and baking due to its sweet, nutty flavor.
• Produces uniform fruits weighing around 1 – 1.5 kg each.
• Highly productive and ideal for small gardens and container growing.
• Disease-resistant and thrives in a variety of growing conditions.
• Bush-type plant reaching 60 – 90 cm in spread, making it space-efficient.
• Perfect for home gardeners and sustainable growing.

Plant Details:

• Plant Type: Annual, bush-type pumpkin

Sowing Information:

• Sow When:
  • Temperate: September – December
  • Subtropical: August – January
  • Tropical: April – August
  • Cool: October – December
  • Arid: August – December
• Germination: 7 – 14 days
• Depth: 2 – 3 cm deep
• Position: Full sun
• Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or large containers
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6 – 7; prepare with compost
• Spacing: 60 – 90 cm between plants

Details:

• Water regularly, especially during flowering and fruit development.
• Mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
• Harvest when skin hardens and fruits turn deep orange for best flavor and storage.

Harvest:

90 – 110 days after sowing, depending on growing conditions and intended use.