Cucurbita pepo is een veelzijdige pompoensoort, bekend om zijn variatie in vormen, kleuren en maten. Deze snelgroeiende, zon minnende planten produceren eetbare vruchten en sierpompoenen, ideaal voor moestuinen, tuinborders en herfstdecoraties.
Hubbard squash: Known for its hard shell and sweet, orange flesh.
Buttercup squash: Features a turban shape and dense, sweet flesh.
Giant pumpkins: Grown for competitions and decorative purposes.
Climate: Requires warm weather and a long growing season.
Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
Sunlight: Needs full sun to thrive.
Watering needs: Requires consistent moisture. Water deeply to encourage strong root development.
Culinary use: Flesh is ideal for soups, pies, and baking. Seeds can be roasted for snacks.
Market appeal: Valued for size, flavor, and versatility in the kitchen.
Cultivation: Provides large yields and can be stored for extended periods.
Post-harvest care: Harvest before frost when the rind is hard. Cure in a warm, dry place to extend storage life.
Regional considerations: Best grown in regions with a long, warm growing season.
