'Buttercup' is a fast-maturing kabocha type Pumpkin. Fruit is medium sized, dark green with a grey 'button' at the blossom end, and deep orange, dense, stringless flesh with a rich, sweet, nutty flavour. Generally, 10 - 12 pumpkins are produced per vine.
Method |
Sow direct or in pots |
Sowing Depth |
2 cm |
Season |
Spring/ Early Summer |
Germination |
8-12 days @ 20 – 35 c |
Row Spacing |
150 cm |
Plant Spacing |
60 cm |
Position |
Full Sun, moist fertile soil |
Time till harvest |
3- 4 months |
Tips |
To save space train over archways/trellis, large fruit may need support |
10 Seeds per packet.
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