Cinderella (Rouge Vif d’Etampes) Pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima)
This centuries-old French heirloom pumpkin resembles the coach from the Cinderella storey. The bright orange colour contrasts beautifully with the prominent lobes and flattened crown. Orange flesh adds flavour to pies and savoury foods. Each plant produces 10 foot vines with up to 6 fruit measuring up to 15 inches in diameter.
Botanical name : Cucurbita maxima
Common name : Cinderella (Rouge Vif d’Etampes) Pumpkin
Size at maturity : 15”
Days to maturity : 100-110
Light requirement : Full sun
Planting time : summer
Sowing method : Direct sow
Planting depth : 1”
Plant Spacing : 24”- 36”
ships : Year-round
Average seed per ounce : Approx. 100