Grow a Gourmet Pumpkin with a Hint of Chestnut!
Potimarron, also called Red Kuri or Hokkaido Pumpkin, is a small, teardrop-shaped heirloom pumpkin known for its smooth orange skin and rich, sweet flesh with a nutty flavor. Popular in French and Japanese cuisine, it's perfect for halwa, creamy soups, purees, roasting, and baking.
This open-pollinated, non-GMO variety grows well in Pakistan’s spring and monsoon seasons, and is suitable for pots, beds, or small spaces due to its compact vine size.
📦 Product Features:
✅ Seed Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO
🌿 Plant Lifespan: Annual
🌱 Germination Rate: 85–90%
⏳ Germination Time: 6–10 days
🌿 Harvest Time: 85–100 days
🎃 Fruit Shape: Small, round-teardrop, smooth orange skin, deep orange flesh
🪴 Best For: Home gardens, raised beds, grow bags
♻️ Eco-Friendly Resealable Packaging
🌡️ Growing Conditions (Pakistan):
Sowing Season (Direct in Soil):
Spring Crop: February to April
Monsoon Crop: July to August (Not suitable for heavy rain zones in Northern KPK)
Temperature Range: 20°C – 32°C
Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hrs/day)
Watering: Moderate – keep soil moist but not waterlogged
Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with compost or manure
Spacing: 2–2.5 feet between plants
🍽️ Why Grow Potimarron Pumpkin (Halwa Kadu)?
Chestnut-like flavor – excellent for desi & continental dishes
Small-sized, easy to harvest and store
Compact vines suitable for small gardens
Smooth skin and rich orange flesh perfect for halwa & soup
Gourmet favorite in Europe and Japan
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