Pumpkin ‘Kent’ Vegetable Seeds
Botanical name: Cucurbita maxima
Also known as Jap Pumpkin.
The ‘Kent’ pumpkin is a classic variety known for its deliciously sweet and dense flesh. Its deep orange skin encases vibrant, rich-tasting flesh, making it ideal for pies, soups, and roasting. This variety typically produces fruits weighing between 5-10 kg.
This pumpkin does particularly well in hot areas of Australia. It has an excellent flavour and stores well. Fruit weighs approx. 2 kg. Usually 2 – 4 pumpkins are produced per vine. Days to harvest: 100.
Plant Information
- Plant Type: Warm season annual, frost tender
- Plant Height: Vines can spread up to 4 meters
- Sow When: Germinates best at soil temperatures of 18 – 30°C
- Temperate: Spring – after the last frost
- Subtropical: Spring – after the last frost
- Tropical: Autumn – when temperatures are cooler
Germination Information
- Germination: 7 – 14 days
- Depth: Plant seeds 2-3 cm deep
- Position: Full sun, provide ample space for vine growth
- Sow Where: Directly into garden soil or start in seedling pots
- Soil Type: Rich, well-drained soil with pH 6.0 – 7.5
- Rows: Space rows 2 – 3 meters apart
- Spacing: Plant seeds or seedlings 1 – 1.5 meters apart
- Details: Ensure consistent moisture during germination and growth; provide support for vines to prevent fruit from touching the ground, which can lead to rotting; watch for pests and diseases and treat as needed
Harvest: 90 – 110 days after sowing
