Cucurbita pepo Dancing Gourd

Cucurbita pepo Dancing Gourd

Also available as Spinning Gourd.

The smallest pumpkin in the world sets fruit quite early and produces plenty of 3-6 cm mini pumpkins. The fruits can be dried very well and used for decoration (e.g. for painting and crafts).

The name is derived from the tradition popular at the turn of the century that American boys always carried such a “nature top” in their trouser pockets. After that, this variety disappeared for a long time and we are happy to be able to offer this fun, extravagant variety.

Real ornamental pumpkin, not suitable for consumption.

Ripening time: 90 days.

Moderate climbing behavior. 

C. pepo grows well on 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.

The planting distance for pumpkins depends on the climbing behavior.

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

 

Supplied as raw (normal) seed.

 

Tier-pricing
Total excl. VAT

Total amount

0,07 - 0,13 / per seed 0,13