Cucurbita pepo Yellow English Custard
Cucurbita pepo Yellow English Custard
Even the name of this variety is unusual and the origin from the Gatersleben gene bank also points to an old German selection. Revived via the USA, this beautifully shaped patisson enriches the pumpkin world.
In addition, the fruits are very durable. The fruit appears dark yellow, and any greening caused by the virus even gives it an antique look.
Ripening time: 80 days.
Yellow English grows in a bush shape.
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.
Yellow English requires around 1 square meter of space per plant.
Possible pests: snails, birds, mice, lice, powdery mildew, virus.
Supplied as raw (normal) seed.
Tier-pricing
- From 50
- seeds for
- €0,130 per
- seed
- From 100
- seeds for
- €0,100 per
- seed
- From 250
- seeds for
- €0,068 per
- seed
Total amount
€0,07 - €0,13 / per seed €0,13
