Cucurbita maxima duchesne.
Description:
Round shape to drop, with a very thin red / orange skin, good taste and long shelf life. It is preferable to consume it at least one month after harvesting so that the flavor of the pulp is reminiscent of chestnuts.
The consistency of the pulp is firm and crunchy with weight around 1-1.5 kg.
Plant: vigorous, which adapts to al types of land and climates, so it has no special requirements. We recommend a sixth of 1.5 x 2 plant. Sowing in the open field April-May and in the greenhouse February-March. The collection times vary according to the sowing period and seasonal trends and are around 90 days.
Destination: fresh market.