Squash, Winter - Neck Pumpkin (C. moschata)
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ECO. HEIRLOOM. (C. moschata). Vigorous vines bear sweet, 15lb, orange-fleshed, butternut-like, 20-30" fruits. Very resistant to vine borer. Wonderful for pies. 110 days.
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Family: Cucurbitaceae
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Species: C.maxima, C.pepo, C. Moschata, C. Mixta
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Difficulty: easy to grow
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Sun: full sun
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Sowing Method: direct seed or transplant
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Planting: plant after last frost
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Frost Tolerance: frost sensitive
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Tags:baked, good keeper, heirloom, pies, roasted