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Cucurbita pepo Honey Moon F1 PMT

Cucurbita pepo Honey Moon F1 PMT

Very uniform, white pumpkin weighing approximately 4.5 kg. Compact, vining with a good yield.

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From 50 seeds for 0,200 per seed
From 100 seeds for 0,165 per seed
From 250 seeds for 0,152 per seed
From 500 seeds for 0,132 per seed
From 1000 seeds for 0,120 per seed
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Total incl. VAT: 12,10Total (excl. VAT): 10,00

Description

Cucurbita pepo Honey Moon F1 PMT – White Pumpkin with Compact Growth and Mildew Tolerance

Cucurbita pepo Honey Moon F1 PMT is a very uniform white pumpkin that is both decorative and practical for the autumn garden. Weighing approximately 4.5 kg, this pumpkin is a standard size, ideal for both autumn decoration and limited culinary use. The combination of compact, vining growth, high yield, and powdery mildew tolerance (PMT) makes Honey Moon F1 PMT a reliable choice for both home gardeners and professional growers seeking a robust and attractive white pumpkin.

Features of Honey Moon F1 PMT

Honey Moon F1 PMT produces round, uniformly shaped, white pumpkins weighing approximately 4.5 kg. The fruits have a firm skin and retain their ornamental appearance for a long time, provided they are stored in a dark place after harvest. Sunlight can accelerate the white color to yellow, making storage in a dark, cool place essential for decorative purposes.

The variety grows compactly with a vining habit, meaning the plants utilize space efficiently and can be easily integrated into various growing conditions. 1–2 square meters per plant is usually sufficient to ensure optimal growth and yield. Thanks to its powdery mildew tolerance (PMT), Honey Moon F1 PMT develops powdery mildew later, keeping the plants healthy and productive throughout the growing season.

Cultivation and care

Honey Moon F1 PMT grows well in warm, well-drained soil. For early success, the variety can be pre-grown and planted out from late April, or sown directly from early May. For optimal germination, a temperature of 24–30°C is ideal. When sowing, it is advisable to lay the pointed end of the seed down or flat and not to keep the seed too moist.

After germination, the young plants should be moved to a brighter, cooler environment to ensure healthy growth and strong stems. Their compact, trailing habit makes cultivation easy and manageable, and they're suitable for gardens with limited space.

Ripening and harvest

Honey Moon F1 PMT matures in approximately 95 days, making it a mid-early variety that reliably produces harvestable fruits. The firm structure of the fruits and their compact growth give the pumpkins a good shelf life, making them ideal for both ornamental and limited culinary uses throughout the autumn season.

Decorative applications

Thanks to its uniform white color, round shape, and attractive stem, Honey Moon F1 PMT is perfect for fall decorations, centerpieces, flower arrangements, and creative pumpkin projects. The light, neutral color combines beautifully with dark, autumnal shades and other colorful pumpkin varieties.

Culinary applications

Although Honey Moon F1 PMT is primarily grown for ornamental purposes, it is also suitable for cooking to a limited extent. The fruits can be steamed, roasted, or used in pumpkin soup, provided they are harvested young and firm. Their compact size also allows whole pumpkins to be stuffed for small dishes or individual portions.

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Height

Creeping plant that spreads outwards rather than growing upwards.

Article number

HM50199

Number of seeds per gram

About 8

Tips for sowing

Dark germinator. Optimal germination temperature: 20-30°C, preferably around 25°C.

Delivered as

Normal seed.

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