Pumpkin Seed, (SUMMER) حلوہ کدو

20 healthy seeds

Pumpkin is known for its large, round to oval fruits with bright orange flesh. Locally known as حلوہ کدو, this variety is perfect for cooking, desserts, and traditional dishes.

It is fast-growing, vigorous, and easy-to-cultivate, making it ideal for home gardens, farms, and commercial cultivation. Its fruits are nutritious, rich in vitamins, and have excellent taste and storage life.

Growing Instructions:

Sowing season: February, March, April

1. Soil:
Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with compost or organic matter. Ideal pH: 6.0–7.0.

2. Sowing Time (Pakistan):
Best sown from February to May for spring and summer harvests.

3. Sowing Method:

• Sow seeds 2–3 cm deep in seed trays or directly in prepared soil.

• Space plants 90–120 cm apart in rows with 120–150 cm between rows.

• Ensure seedlings receive full sunlight for vigorous growth.

4. Sunlight:
Requires full sun for healthy growth and optimal fruit development.

5. Watering:
Water regularly, especially during flowering and fruiting. Avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.

6. Germination:
Seeds germinate in 7–10 days under optimal conditions.

7. Care & Maintenance:

• Apply balanced fertilizer to encourage flowering and fruiting.

• Train vines along the ground and provide space for sprawling growth.

• Monitor for pests like aphids and powdery mildew.

8. Harvesting:
Pumpkins are ready to harvest in 90–110 days depending on growing conditions. Harvest when fruits are firm, fully colored, and the skin is hard.

Features & Benefits:

• High-yield F1 hybrid with large, bright orange, sweet fruits

• Disease-resistant, fast-growing, and vigorous variety

• Ideal for cooking, desserts, and commercial cultivation

• Nutritious with excellent taste and storage life

• Easy to grow in home gardens and farms