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| From 100 seeds for €0,110 per seed | |
| From 250 seeds for €0,088 per seed | |
| From 500 seeds for €0,076 per seed | |
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Cucurbita pepo Jaspee de Vendee is a unique French melonette pumpkin that is an excellent choice for both culinary and ornamental use. This variety is known for its bright orange-yellow color, light, moist texture, and distinctive flavor, making it perfect for jam, preserves, or other culinary preparations. With an average weight of 1–2 kg, Jaspee de Vendee is ideal for amateur chefs and artisan producers looking for a high-quality, ornamental edible pumpkin for their garden.
The Jaspee de Vendée is a moderately vining pumpkin with compact to medium-sized plants that are easy to manage in the vegetable garden. The fruits have a beautiful, uniform shape and an intense orange-yellow color that immediately catches the eye. Thanks to its French jam-varietal character, this pumpkin has a slightly moist texture, making it particularly suitable for jam, compote, and other sweet dishes, while also looking decorative in the autumn garden.
The combination of culinary uses and ornamental value makes Jaspee de Vendee a versatile choice for both professional growers and home gardeners looking to add a unique pumpkin to their range.
C. pepo Jaspee de Vendee grows best in warm, well-drained soil, ideal for optimal root development and fruit quality. The plant can be pre-cultivated and planted out from late April, or sown directly from early May.
The optimal germination temperature is between 24 and 30°C, which ensures the seeds germinate quickly and evenly. When sowing, it's important to place the pointed end of the seed downwards or flat and not to keep the seed too moist. After germination, the young seedlings should be placed in a brighter, cooler location to develop strong, healthy plants that produce good fruit early.
The planting distance for Jaspee de Vendee depends on the plant's vine growth pattern, as it is a moderate climber. Generally, 1 to 2 square meters per plant is sufficient for optimal growth and fruit development. Its compact growth also makes the variety suitable for limited-space vegetable gardens and greenhouses.
Jaspee de Vendee fruits ripen in about 90 days, meaning they're ready for harvest in late summer or early fall. These medium-sized pumpkins have a stable structure and good shelf life, allowing them to be stored for several weeks before being processed into jam, purée, or other culinary uses.
The Jaspee de Vendee is not only an edible pumpkin but also a decorative addition to the garden or autumn table. Its bright orange-yellow color and uniform shape make it perfect for autumn decorations, market stalls, or garden displays.
Culinarily, this pumpkin is particularly well-suited for jam, preserves, and sweet pumpkin dishes, thanks to its low moisture content and sweet flavor. It's an excellent choice for artisans and home cooks who want to harvest a high-quality, flavorful, and decorative product.
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