Produces green, slender, long fruits that turn ochre-colored when ripe. The flesh is solid and dark orange, with only a small seed cavity.
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| From 50 seeds for €0,130 per seed | |
| From 100 seeds for €0,120 per seed | |
| From 250 seeds for €0,100 per seed | |
| From 500 seeds for €0,088 per seed | |
| From 1000 seeds for €0,082 per seed | |
The Cucurbita moschata Longue de Nice is a traditional French butternut squash variety, renowned for its long, slender shape, aromatic flesh, and excellent storability. This variety is ideal for gardeners who value culinary quality, authentic heirloom varieties, and reliable harvests. Longue de Nice combines the best of traditional butternut squash with robust plants and high yields, suitable for both kitchen and market use.
Longue de Nice produces long, cylindrical fruits, usually weighing between 2.5 and 6 kilograms, with a narrow neck and a rounded belly. The skin is firm, smooth, and light beige to greenish, making the fruits both decorative and practical for transport and processing.
The flesh is deep orange, creamy, aromatic, and sweet, with a delicate nutty flavor. The seed cavity is compact, meaning a large portion of the fruit remains edible and can be used effectively in a variety of dishes.
Longue de Nice belongs to the Cucurbita moschata family, meaning it's heat-hardy, robust, and often disease-resistant, particularly against powdery mildew and other common pumpkin diseases. The plants develop medium-sized to long tendrils that support the fruit and protect it from sunburn.
Important cultivation characteristics:
Traditional nutmeg pumpkin variety with reliable harvest
High yield per plant
Strong leaf growth protects the fruits from the sun
Heat resistant and resistant to common diseases
Suitable for open ground, raised beds and organic cultivation
For optimal growth, Longue de Nice requires full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Sow indoors from April or outdoors from late May, once the soil temperature is consistently above 15°C. Regular watering and mulching promote healthy plants and high fruit quality.
The sweet, aromatic, and creamy flesh of the Longue de Nice is exceptionally versatile in the kitchen. It's firm enough for roasting, yet becomes soft and buttery when boiled or pureed.
Recommended applications:
Roasted pumpkin cubes or slices
Creamy pumpkin soups
Stews, curries and casseroles
Puree for pasta, gnocchi or baby food
Baking recipes such as pumpkin pie, muffins or bread
Stuffed pumpkin for presentation at parties
The compact seed cavity allows for efficient use of the pulp, ideal for both domestic and professional use.
Longue de Nice has excellent storage qualities. After a short curing period, the fruits can be stored for up to four months in a cool, dry place. During storage, the flavor deepens and the flesh becomes even creamier and sweeter, ideal for winter dishes and long-term culinary uses.
Traditional French butternut squash variety with long, slender fruits
Sweet, aromatic and creamy flesh
Robust plants with reliable harvests
Excellent storage quality for winter culinary applications
Versatile in the kitchen and suitable for domestic and professional use.
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