Botanical Interests French Cinderella Pumpkin Seeds

Popular in Paris in the 1880s and introduced to the U.S. in 1883, this remarkable French heirloom, also known as 'Rouge Vif d'Étampes' ('vivid red of Étampes"), is deeply ridged, 12"-24" across and weighs 15-20 lb. It's a terrific decoration whether carved or not. Moderately sweet; perfect for baking and canning. The inspiration for the carriage in the charming fairy tale, your Kid's will be delighted to grow Cinderella coach. Plants tolerate heat and humidity.

12"-24" diameter, 6" tall fruits weighing 15-20 lb each. "Flattened" shape with deep ribs.

• Days to Maturity: 110 Days
• Family: Cucurbitaceae
• Type: Pumpkin, Winter Squash
• Native: Southern South America
• Hardiness: Frost-Sensitive Annual
• Exposure: Full Sun
• Plant Dimensions: 10' Vines
• Attributes: Frost Sensitive, Heat Tolerant

Recommended. 2 to 4 weeks after your average last frost date and when soil temperature is 70°-90°F.

Not recommended except in very short growing seasons, 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly in the ground. Transplant after your average last frost date, when weather is warm and settled.

• Days to Emerge: 7-14 Days
• Seed Depth: 1"
• Seed Spacing: 2-3 Seeds Per Mound
• Row Spacing: 4'-6' Apart
• Thinning: When Several Leaves, Thin to 1-2 Per Mound

Harvest pumpkins before the first fall frost and when foliage has begun to dry out. Cut stem with a knife, leaving 3"-4" of stem on the pumpkin. Do not hold the pumpkin by the stem; if stem attachment gets broken or any part of the pumpkin bruises, the pumpkin may rot. Brush off any dirt or leaves. Ideally, cure at 80°-85°F and 80-85% humidity or a warm, sunny spot with good air circulation for 1 to 2 weeks before eating or storage. Do not allow harvested fruit to get wet.

• Type: Conventional