General
Model Name
1Planting Pumpkin Seeds
Common Name
Planting Pumpkin Seeds 97
Suitable For
Indoor, Outdoor
Scientific Name
Cucurbita pepo
Uses
Pumpkins may be used in case of diabetes, hypotension, cancer, ulcers, depression and arthritis. It may protect the liver. It may also fight against bacteria, viruses and fungi.
Soil Nutrient Requirements
Seeds may be sown in containers and transplanted to the field when they are 10 cm high. Direct seeding of 2 to 3 seeds per hill is commonly practiced. Trailing types are planted at distances of 2-3 m either way; the seed requirement is 2 to 3 kg/ha. The bushy types (mainly C. pepo) are planted closer, for example, plants spaced 60 to 120 cm in rows 1 to 1.5 m apart; the seed requirement is 3 kg/ha for pumpkin and 7 kg/ha for summer squash (C. pepo). Do not use seeds from plants where edible pumpkins and ornamental gourds are grown close together. Offspring will be bitter or even inedible.
Sowing Method
oak the seeds in double the quantity of water for 30 minutes and incubate for 6 days. Treat the seeds with Azospirillum just before sowing. Sow the seeds (five seeds/pit) and thin the seedlings to two/pit after 15 days of planting. 2 m x 2 m.
Net Quantity
97 per packet
Additional Features
Care Instructions
After sowing seeds, proper care is essential to ensure their germination and healthy growth. By providing proper watering, sunlight, temperature, and protection, you can maximize the chances of successful seed germination and support the healthy growth of your seedlings. Monitor the soil moisture regularly and ensure that it remains consistently moist until the seeds germinate. Protect the seeds from birds, pests, or extreme weather conditions as necessary. Follow any additional care instructions specific to the plant species you are growing
Other Features
HOW TO HARVEST:A pumpkin ripens when its skin turns a rich, strong color (orange for most varieties), When you thumb the pumpkin, the rind will feel heavy and it will sound empty. Press your nail into the pumpkin’s skin; if it resists puncture, it is fully ripe. Handle pumpkins very gently or they may bruise. To harvest the pumpkin, cut the fruit off the vine carefully with a sharp knife or with the help of pruners, do not pull. Be certain not to trim too close to the pumpkin.
