Pumpkin Whangaparoa Crown

Code: M6660

An excellent keeper. A classic New Zealand variety. Grey skin and sweet orange flesh. Probably the most popular variety in NZ.

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Planting Instruction

How To Sow: Choose a well-drained site in full sun. Sow these seeds in trays for subsequent transplanting or, after frosts, sow directly in a well prepared seedbed. Sow seeds 10 cm apart, in rows 60 cm apart, and to a depth of 2 cm.
Seedling Care: Keep seedbed evenly moist during the germination period of 14-21 days. Apply fruit fertiliser two weeks after germination for healthier plants and maximum crop. Protect your seedlings from slugs, snails and insect pests; go to mcgregors.co.nz for appropriate plant health and pest control products.
Hints & Tips: The first pumpkins of your yield will store the best.
Our seeds are not treated with Neonicotinoids.
These seeds are not pasteurised.

Specs & Warranty

Seed Count	Approx. 10 seeds
Botanical Name	Cucurbita maxima
Best Months To Sow - Temperate Regions	Oct, Nov
Best Months To Sow - Warmer Regions	Sept, Oct, Nov
Sowing Position	Full Sun
Grow In	Gardens
Seed Planting Depth	2cm
Seed Spacing	10cm
Harvest/Maturity	16-18 weeks