Musquee de Provence Pumpkins are French gourmet pumpkins. In France cut wedges are sold in supermarkets and farmers markets for cooking. Musquee de Provence Pumpkins are flat and heavily lobed and ribbed. Their skin is a beautiful rich brown color when ripe. Musquee de Provence Pumpkins have flesh that is deep orange, thick, and very fine flavored. Known for their deeply ridged, flat shape, Musquee de Provence Pumpkins are popular both for their decorative qualities and long storage ability. Musquee de Provence Pumpkins are dense and meaty, mildly sweet, and exceptionally flavorful and smooth. This old favorite in France will become your new favorite choice for soups and pies.
Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo
Life Cycle: Annual
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Planting Season: Warm Season
Plant Type: Running Vine
Features: Heirloom, Open Pollinated
Fruit Size: Up to 25 lbs
Days to Maturity: 120 Days
Plant Spacing: 3-4 feet
Planting Depth: 1 inch
Sowing Method: Start Indoors, Direct Sow
Cold Stratification: No
Hardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10