Seminole Pumpkins

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Seminole Pumpkins are shaped like bells with a buff-coloured rind.

They grow to be about 7 inches (18 cm) wide, and weigh 3 to 4 pounds (1.4 kg to 1.8 kg.)

They have a decorative look, but are also very good eating. Inside, they have sweet, orange-coloured flesh, which is good roasted as a vegetable or used in pies. In fact, they are sometimes referred to as a squash.

The plant does well in hot areas, and delivers high yields.

95 days from seed.

Cooking Tips
Allow 1 per 2 people.

Storage
Stores well.

History
Seminole Pumpkins was reputedly was grown by Native Americans in Florida.

Also called:
Cucurbita moschata Seminole (Scientific Name) Top...


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