Eventual height & spread
pumpkin 'Marina di Chioggia'
pumpkin or Cucurbita pepo 'Marina di Chioggia'
- approx 9 seeds
- £3.49
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- Position: full sun
- Soil: humus-rich, moisture retentive soil
- Rate of growth: fast
- Hardiness: half-hardy annual
A heritage variety from the Veneto region of northern Italy with thick, knobbly skin, varying from dark-green to blue-grey and deliciously sweet yellow/orange flesh. Rich in vitamins and minerals, the fruits of 'Marina di Chioggia' have a pleasant and sweet nutty taste and typically reach a size of 4kg and can last for several months if stored in a cool, dry environment.
After potting on, grow squash plants in a warm, sunny spot with plenty of space (preferably 90cm or 3ft apart). Plant out once all risk of frost has passed, ideally into rich, well-drained soil improved with compost or manure.
Water regularly, especially in dry spells, and feed every 10-14 days with a high-potash fertiliser once flowering starts. Pinch out growing tips to encourage branching if space allows. Keep weeds down and mulch around the base to conserve moisture.
Water regularly, especially in dry spells, and feed every 10-14 days with a high-potash fertiliser once flowering starts. Pinch out growing tips to encourage branching if space allows. Keep weeds down and mulch around the base to conserve moisture.
Sow two seeds to a 10cm (4in) pot in late spring in a greenhouse or on a sunny windowsill. Pot on seedlings as they grow, then harden off carefully and plant out in a sunny, sheltered spot once all threat of frost has passed.
- Humans/Pets: If crop is bitter, don't eat or feed to pets
Goes well with
Galvanised metal tray with 12 grow pods
38 × 13 × 6.5cm
£28.79
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