Flat white ‘Boer Pampoen’ love a sunny spot - the more sun the better, and if they could talk, their first words would be: ’Gimme a drink, I’m thirsty!’
Each ‘Boer Pampoen’ seed package contains between 12-15 seeds. All the seed have been treated with a commercial fungicide in South Africa.
SEEDS ARE FOR SOWING PURPOSES ONLY – DO NOT USE FOR FOOD, FEED OR PROCESSING
Each ‘Boer Pampoen’ seed package contains between 12-15 seeds. All the seed have been treated with a commercial fungicide in South Africa.
SEEDS ARE FOR SOWING PURPOSES ONLY – DO NOT USE FOR FOOD, FEED OR PROCESSING
When to plant: Spring to summer. In frost free areas, can be sown until autumn. Approximately 90 (3 months) days to harvest
Where to plant: Direct sunlight
How to plant: Prepare basins of well matured soil 3–5 foot apart. Plant 6–8 seeds in each basin 1 to 2 inches deep. Germination takes approximately 7–14 days
Spacing: When plants are established, thin out leaving 3 or 4 of the moist vigorous plants
Common problems: Powdery mildew causes a white, powdery mold growth on the upper surfaces of the leaves. The growth can kill the leaves prematurely and interfere with proper ripening. Cucumber beetles and squash bugs attack seedlings, vines and both immature and mature fruits. Be alert for an infestation of cucumber beetles and squash bugs, as populations build in late summer, because these insects can damage the mature fruits, marring their appearance and making them less likely to keep properly. Combat both powdery mildew and beetle by spraying plants with a mild organic soap solution. Check with your local garden center for a natural, organic pesticide.
Remarks: A rich well draining soil is required. Pumpkin requires a fairly rich soil. Keep moist during germination. Ensure that plants never lack water and an occasional feeding with a balanced fertilizer will be beneficial.
Where to plant: Direct sunlight
How to plant: Prepare basins of well matured soil 3–5 foot apart. Plant 6–8 seeds in each basin 1 to 2 inches deep. Germination takes approximately 7–14 days
Spacing: When plants are established, thin out leaving 3 or 4 of the moist vigorous plants
Common problems: Powdery mildew causes a white, powdery mold growth on the upper surfaces of the leaves. The growth can kill the leaves prematurely and interfere with proper ripening. Cucumber beetles and squash bugs attack seedlings, vines and both immature and mature fruits. Be alert for an infestation of cucumber beetles and squash bugs, as populations build in late summer, because these insects can damage the mature fruits, marring their appearance and making them less likely to keep properly. Combat both powdery mildew and beetle by spraying plants with a mild organic soap solution. Check with your local garden center for a natural, organic pesticide.
Remarks: A rich well draining soil is required. Pumpkin requires a fairly rich soil. Keep moist during germination. Ensure that plants never lack water and an occasional feeding with a balanced fertilizer will be beneficial.
