English name：Pumpkin
Latin name:Cucurbita pepo
It is an delicious, highly attractive, large winter squash with striped orange skin, a striking novelty crop which stores well.
Plot Type:Outdoor plot
Class:Summer/Autumn Vegetable
Where To Sow: Select a sunny spot well protected from strong winds. Squash are best sown directly into the soil after the risk of last frost has passed. Dig a 20cm deep hole and fill it with a mix of soil and compost, leaving a slight mound. Sow 2 or three seeds a few cm apart in the top of each mound. Sow at a depth of about 1.5cm and be sure to place the seeds on their edge. Germination is improved by placing a cloche over the mound for a few weeks.
What To Do Next: Thin plants out to 90cm apart. Leave strongest plants to mature watering copiously in dry summers.
Handy Tip: The orange flesh stays firm when cooked, and it stores very well too.
Nutritional Value: A very good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Potassium and Manganese.
Companion Plants: Nasturtium, Maize, Marigold
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