À propos Cinderella Pumpkin
Originally from France, the Cinderella pumpkin, also called the Rouge vif d'Étampes, produces a large, flattened, dark orange fruit. Sweet, it is excellent for soups and purees.
Insect netting is recommended in June to combat the striped cucumber beetle. Pre-germination in a damp cloth is recommended before sowing. A temperature of 25°C gives the best results. As soon as the sprout appears, sow in position in the garden in warmed soil.
Growing tips for Cinderella Pumpkin
Nos semences de cinderella pumpkin sont certifiées biologiques.
Nous utilisons des méthodes naturelles et respectueuses de l'environnement pour cultiver nos plantes, sans aucun usage de pesticides, d'herbicides ou d'engrais chimiques. En choisissant nos semences bio d'cinderella pumpkin, vous soutenez une approche responsable au profit de la nature.
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Bright Red Squash from Étampes
In America, some maxima are considered pumpkins. Their flesh is tastier than the traditional pumpkin and more difficult to carve; this is the case of the Vif red squash from Étampes (Cinderella pumpkin) and the Galeux squash from Éyzines.
Yves Gagnon
Conditions for growing squash
Since squash are sensitive to frost, you must wait until the risk of frost has passed before sowing them.
As they come from tropical areas, they appreciate warmth. The optimal temperature for their growth is between 15 and 25°C, with the maxima species being best suited to cold conditions. Squash require a sunny site. They thrive best in light, deep, humus-rich soil. However, they do well in lumpy clay soil. All squash require young compost. Amend the soil with 1 to 1.5 t of young compost per 100 m2. Adding mineral phosphate encourages fruit set. Monthly fertigation with plant manure increases yield. The recommended pH for growing squash is between 6 and 6.5.
Squash Crop Rotation
Squash are grown at the start of the rotation, ideally after green manure .
Companion planting of squash
Squash should be grown to the east of the corn plot, which then acts as an annual windbreak and provides partial shade for the vines that creep through it. Squash also grows well alongside sunflowers, cucumbers, and melons. Avoid planting them with potatoes and tomatoes. Marjoram and basil are good friends with squash.
— These valuable tips were written by Yves Gagnon, in the book The ecological cultivation of vegetable plants , Colloidal Editions.
Our advice, your success!
Insect netting before pollination
Insect netting is recommended for all cucurbits to combat the striped cucumber beetle. Be careful, it will be necessary to remove the netting when the flowers form or opt for hand pollination.
Seed pre-germination; simple and effective
For optimal germination, we suggest pre-germinating in a warm, moist cloth before sowing. A temperature of 25°C gives the best results. As soon as the sprout appears, you can sow in a warmed-up position in the garden.
Indoor sowing; fragile roots
Cucurbits have very fragile roots. If you start your cucurbit seedlings indoors, be sure not to damage the roots when transplanting them into the ground. Using a biodegradable pot is recommended.
