Pumpkin 'Phantomita F1' (Cucurbita pepo) – offered by the seed company WH Perron
The 'Phantomita F1' pumpkin is a unique and productive variety that produces small, flat, heavily ribbed fruits with a distinctive striped pattern. Their yellow color with light and dark green streaks makes them an ideal choice for creative fall decorations. Their flesh and sugar content, similar to that of an acorn squash, also make them an excellent culinary choice.
Maturity after sowing (days): 90
Fruit size (cm): 5 x 7.5
Fruit weight (kg): 0.5-0.7
Fruit shape: Flat
Vine: Semi-bush
Type: Small
Color: Yellow streaked with pale and dark green
Quantity per pack: Approximately 20 seeds
Formulation: Treated
Companion plants: Beans, corn, marjoram, mint, radish
Enemy plants: Potato, cabbage
Cultivation method:
Sow directly into the open ground when the soil has warmed, or start indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost. Plant seeds 2-3cm deep, spacing plants 1m apart in the row and rows 1.5-2m apart to allow good growth of the semi-bushy vines.
This pumpkin prefers a full sun location and rich, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0 to 7.0). Maintain consistent moisture by watering regularly and fertilize sparingly to encourage abundant, uniform production.
Harvest the fruits when they reach their optimum colour and size, with a hard skin to the touch. They can be used for autumn decorations or for culinary preparations, thanks to their soft and sweet flesh.
Add the 'Phantomita F1' pumpkin to your garden for a harvest that is both aesthetic and delicious. Perfect for those who love something new, it combines originality and versatility.
