White Cushaw – Pumpkin Seed

Description

White Cushaw is a distinctive heirloom pumpkin variety known for its unique appearance and excellent culinary qualities. Featuring smooth, white skin with subtle green streaks, this variety stands out in both the garden and seasonal displays. The flesh is sweet, fine-textured, and rich, making it perfect for savory dishes, pies, and soups. White Cushaw pumpkins are known for their high productivity and ability to thrive in a variety of climates, providing a reliable harvest that is not only beautiful but also versatile in the kitchen. Whether you're growing for decoration or for culinary purposes, White Cushaw is a fantastic choice.

Features:

• Distinctive White Skin: White Cushaw pumpkins have smooth, pale white skin with green streaks, offering a unique and striking appearance that stands out in both gardens and seasonal displays.
• Sweet, Fine-Fleshed: The flesh is sweet, firm, and smooth, making it perfect for making pies, soups, and a wide variety of baked goods.
• High Yielding: White Cushaw produces an abundance of medium to large pumpkins per plant, making it a reliable choice for gardeners looking to harvest multiple pumpkins per season.
• Heirloom Variety: This heirloom pumpkin variety is cherished for its rich history and the ability to withstand a range of growing conditions while providing exceptional flavor.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for cooking and baking, White Cushaw pumpkins are great for making pies, soups, and roasted dishes, as well as being used for fall décor and decorations.
• Long Storage Potential: With proper curing and storage, White Cushaw pumpkins can last through the winter, making them ideal for long-term storage.
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Specifications:

• Growth Cycle: 90–110 days to maturity
• Plant Height: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm), with vines extending up to 8–12 feet (2.4–3.6 meters)
• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.5
• Watering Requirements: Consistent watering, particularly during the flowering and fruiting stages, to ensure healthy growth and fruit development.
• Spacing: Space plants 4–5 feet apart to allow room for vine spread and good air circulation.
• Harvesting: Harvest when the pumpkins have reached full maturity, their skin has hardened, and they’ve developed a solid white color with subtle green streaks.
• Flavor Profile: Sweet, firm, fine-textured flesh ideal for cooking and baking.
• Plant Type: Annual

Key Benefits:

• Unique Appearance: White Cushaw pumpkins’ white skin with green streaks makes them stand out in gardens and are an excellent choice for decorative purposes during fall.
• Sweet, Smooth Flesh: The flesh is sweet, firm, and smooth, offering the perfect texture for pumpkin pies, soups, and other dishes.
• High Yielding and Productive: This variety produces numerous pumpkins per plant, providing a generous harvest for gardeners.
• Versatile for Cooking and Decor: Great for culinary applications like pies and soups, as well as a beautiful ornamental choice for fall décor.
• Long Storage Life: With proper curing, White Cushaw pumpkins can be stored for several months, providing long-lasting use.