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.
