Pumpkin 'Crookneck'
Curcurbita moschata
The forebear of the Waltham Butternut, with a longer curved neck. While this means more sweet orange flesh without seed it was not as practical for transporting. An American heirloom thought to have originated from the Dutch in Pennsylvania in the 1800s. At 2-5 kg the nutty, smooth flesh is great for soups & baking. A good keeper. Also known as 'Dutch Crookneck'. 10 seeds.
Sowing Instructions
Sow direct when soil warm enough and threat of frosts has passed. Early plants(*) can be started indoors to make most of short summers. Regular watering and compost will ensure a good harvest.
Climate
Cold, Temperate, Hot Arid, Tropics/SubTropics
Sowing Method
Direct, Transplant
Sowing Periods
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cool | ||||||||||||
| Temperate | ||||||||||||
| Sub-Tropical/Tropical |