{"product_id":"pumpkin-golden-nugget-cucurbita-maxima","title":"Pumpkin Golden Nugget - Cucurbita maxima","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin Golden Nugget - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumpkin Golden Nugget is a compact bush variety that is well suited to smaller gardens and containers. It produces an abundance of medium sized pumpkins with bright golden orange skin and rich orange flesh. The compact growth habit makes it a practical choice where space is limited, while the fruits are excellent for roasting, baking, soups and other pumpkin dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacket Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpring and Summer. In warmer areas, sowing can also be extended into early Autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun. Choose a warm position with plenty of sunlight and enough room for the plant to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich, fertile and well drained soil. Incorporate plenty of compost or well rotted manure before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e45 cm between groups and 100 cm between rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6 to 10 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 14 weeks from sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare the soil well before planting by incorporating compost or well rotted manure. Pumpkins are hungry plants and perform best in fertile soil with plenty of organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly into the final position once the soil has warmed. Sow 2 to 3 seeds together, then thin to the strongest 2 seedlings once they are established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep plants well watered throughout the growing season, particularly during flowering and fruit development. Water deeply and consistently rather than allowing the soil to repeatedly dry out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact bush habit makes Golden Nugget suitable for smaller gardens and large containers. Allow enough room around the plant for the foliage and developing pumpkins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinch out the growing tips once the plant reaches the 5 to 6 leaf stage to encourage a more compact growth habit and help direct energy towards fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when the vine begins to die back and the fruit stalks become dry and brittle. Allow the pumpkins to mature fully on the plant for the best storage quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter harvesting, store pumpkins in a cool, dry and well ventilated place.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHOP SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54049285275962,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/3245\/7530\/files\/pumpkin-golden-nugget-cucurbita-maxima-5721697.png?v=1789259286","url":"https:\/\/www.shopseeds.com.au\/products\/pumpkin-golden-nugget-cucurbita-maxima","provider":"SHOP SEEDS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}