Cucurbita maxima Shokichi Shiro Red F1
Cucurbita maxima Shokichi Shiro Red F1
A real mini pumpkin that weighs only 500 gr.
This extraordinary novelty from Japanese breeding completely contradicts the usual expectations of a giant pumpkin. The very pretty fruits only weigh around 400 – 600 g and are a highlight not only in decoration.
The fruits are ideal for the kitchen. Whole and stuffed, they meet all the expectations of a gourmet as an appetizer.
Shokichi Shiro Red F1 vines moderately.
Cucurbiuta maxima are usually robust and make excellent food. Variety grows well in warm, well-drained soils.
Pre-cultivation and planting with sowing from the end of April or direct sowing from the beginning of May.
Optimum germination at 24-30o C. When sowing stick the pointed side of the seed down or lay them flat. Do not keep the seed too moist. After germination, place in a brighter and cooler place.
For Shokichi Shiro Red F1 we recommend 2 square meters per plant.
Possible pests: snails, birds, mice, lice, powdery mildew, virus.
Supplied as raw (normal) seed.
Tier-pricing
- From 50
- seeds for
- €0,200 per
- seed
- From 100
- seeds for
- €0,190 per
- seed
- From 250
- seeds for
- €0,144 per
- seed
- From 500
- seeds for
- €0,140 per
- seed
- From 1.000
- seeds for
- €0,130 per
- seed
Total amount
€0,13 - €0,20 / per seed €0,20
