The fruits, which change colour from dark green to ochre, weigh about 2 kg and contain the popular dark flesh with a higher carotene content.
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| From 50 seeds for €0,110 per seed | |
| From 100 seeds for €0,090 per seed | |
| From 250 seeds for €0,080 per seed | |
| From 500 seeds for €0,066 per seed | |
| From 1000 seeds for €0,055 per seed | |
Cucurbita moschata Nectar is a premium butternut squash variety beloved by both home gardeners and professional growers. This variety is known for its sweet, creamy, and aromatic flesh, uniform fruits, and reliable harvest. Nectar combines classic butternut squash characteristics with high productivity and versatile culinary uses, making it an excellent choice for the kitchen, market, and storage.
Nectar produces medium to large fruits, typically weighing between 3 and 5 kilograms, with the characteristic butternut squash shape: an elongated neck and a rounded belly. The skin is smooth and light beige to orange, making the fruits both decorative and practical for processing, transport, and display.
The flesh is deep orange, creamy, aromatic, and sweet, with a subtle nutty flavor. The compact seed cavity makes most of the fruit edible, making it ideal for a variety of culinary uses.
Nectar belongs to the Cucurbita moschata family, meaning the plants are heat-tolerant, robust, and often disease-resistant. The vines are medium to long and develop strong leaves that protect the fruit from sunburn and dehydration. This variety is suitable for open ground, hobby gardens, and commercial cultivation.
Important cultivation characteristics:
High-quality nutmeg pumpkin with aromatic and sweet flesh
Reliable fruit set and consistent harvest
Strong leaf growth protects the fruits
Heat resistant and resistant to common diseases
Suitable for both domestic and commercial cultivation
For optimal growth, Nectar requires full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Sow indoors from April or outdoors from late May, as soon as the soil temperature is above 15°C. Regular watering and mulch promote healthy plants and high fruit quality.
Nectar's aromatic and creamy flesh is exceptionally versatile. 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 and curries
Puree for pasta, gnocchi or baby food
Baking recipes such as muffins, bread or pumpkin pie
Stuffed pumpkin for presentation at parties
Thanks to the compact seed cavity, the pulp can be used efficiently, suitable for both domestic and professional cooking.
Nectar keeps very well. 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.
Premium nutmeg pumpkin with uniform fruits
Sweet, aromatic and creamy flesh
Robust plants with reliable harvests
Strong resistance to common diseases
Excellent storage quality and versatile culinary applications
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