Pumpkin 'Rouge Vif D'etampes'

Pumpkin 'Rouge Vif D'etampes'

Cucurbita maxima

The Rouge Vif D’Etampes pumpkin is a stunningly ornamental variety that looks like it came straight out of a fairy tale. It's perfect for autumn displays, but it's also the standard for French soup stocks, making it a versatile and practical choice for cooking. The fruit can grow up to 20 pounds and stores well, providing nutritious and delicious squash all winter. It's truly a treasure for any home or garden.

Details:

Plant type: annual

Spread: 6-8’

Site: full sun

Days to maturity: 95-110 days

Plant spacing: 18-30”

Pinch: not necessary 

Kids, Pets, and Deer: nontoxic, deer resistant

Indoor & Pots: does not grow well in pots

Seeds per packet: 10