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The Cucurbita pepo Cotton Candy is a true white Halloween pumpkin that stands out for its round, uniformly shaped fruits and high ornamental value. This variety is perfect for fall decorations, Halloween arrangements, and table decorations, but is less suitable for culinary use. Cotton Candy offers an early harvest and, with proper storage, remains beautifully white for a long time, making it one of the most beloved white pumpkins among gardeners and decorators.
Cotton Candy's berries are very round and smooth, with a diameter of about 20–25 cm, making them ideal for decorative purposes. Compared to its sister variety, Moonshine F1, Cotton Candy stays white longer, which is a major advantage for sales or long-term decoration. Its classic Halloween pumpkin shape makes Cotton Candy excellent for:
Halloween decorations and craft projects
Autumn table decorations and seasonal presentations
Commercial sales of white ornamental pumpkins
The fruits can be stored in a dark place after harvesting, so that the white color is retained and the pumpkin remains attractive for a longer period of time.
Cotton Candy has a moderately vining growth habit, making the plants easy to manage and taking up less space than luxuriantly vining varieties. This makes the variety suitable for:
Gardens and small plots
Greenhouses and raised beds
Intensive cultivation of ornamental pumpkins
When planting, it is important to consider the tendril behaviour for the correct planting distance, so that the plants have sufficient space for healthy growth and air circulation.
Cotton Candy grows best in warm, well-drained soil with ample sunlight. The following methods can be used for successful cultivation:
Pre-cultivation from the end of April, followed by planting out after the last night frost
Sow directly from early May, as soon as the soil has warmed up sufficiently
The optimal germination temperature is between 24–30°C. Sow the seeds with the pointed end down or flat and keep the soil slightly moist. After germination, the young plants should be placed in a brighter, cooler location to promote strong, healthy growth.
The ripening time is approximately 90 days, making Cotton Candy an early harvest variety ideal for fall decoration and market harvests.
Although Cotton Candy is a hardy variety, common pests and diseases of Cucurbita pepo can occur. Potential threats include:
Snails
Birds
Mice
Aphids
Mildew
Viruses
Sufficient planting distance, good air circulation and correct water management keep Cotton Candy healthy and productive.
The versatility of Cucurbita pepo Cotton Candy makes the variety ideal for:
Halloween and fall decorations: white and round, perfect for front doors, tables and seasonal arrangements
Commercial cultivation: uniform, decorative fruits suitable for sale at markets or farm shops
Hobby gardens: a reliable and aesthetically pleasing choice for gardeners
The combination of a moderately climbing growth pattern, early harvest time and long-lasting white fruits makes Cotton Candy an excellent choice for gardeners who value ornamental value and reliability.
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