Casperita F1 Pumpkin seeds
Casperita F1 pumpkin (little Caspers in Spanish) has a classic look to them. Their exterior is smooth, their ribs slightly deep and best of all, they are light and easy to trellis, making them great to grow for people with limited space or even in a pot on a balcony if you have an apartment. Casperita pumpkins are similar to baby boo pumpkins, but they grow double the size and have a more rounded appearance vs a flatter appearance.
The flesh is edible and has a taste similar to acorn squash. These have strong green stems and plenty of tendrils to aid them in their climb up your trellis, arbor, etc. These are popular in displays, and for sale at markets, or you can even hollow them out and use them as serving bowls or even to make baby jack-o-lanterns.
Botanic name:
C.pepo
Plant spacing:
18-24" apart
4-5' in row
Color:
White
Sowing depth:
1"
Sun requirements:
Full sun
Utilization:
Ornamental decor, autumn displays, living wreaths, center pieces, painted jack o lanterns.
Frost hardy:
No
Maturity days:
70-75 days
Life cycle:
Annual
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes, with a container that is at least 40 inches across
Other names:
N/A
Vine Habit:
Bush-type
Weight:
.8 oz -1 lbs.
Disease & Pest:
Tolerant to Powdery Mildew Race 2 and Watermelon Mosaic Virus.
