Well-known variety, also sold as Hokkaido. Uchiki Kuri, an older Japanese variety, is one of the most famous pumpkins in Europe.

The plant bears fruits of around 800 – 1,200 g, red and teardrop-shaped. The excellent pulp is popular for a variety of pumpkin dishes.

As with Sunny Hokkaido, the pumpkin does not need to be peeled before cooking. the shell overcooks with it.

Ripening time: 90 days.

This 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 24-30^o 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.

Recommendation: 2 m²/plant.

Possible pests: snails, birds, mice, lice, powdery mildew, virus.

Supplied as raw (normal) seed.