Ornamental Gourd, Field Pumpkin 'Gremlins'

Cucurbitapepo var. ovifera

Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Cucurbita (koo-KER-bih-ta)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
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Water Requirements
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Bloom Characteristics
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Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Leetonia, Ohio

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neutral
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Leetonia, OH | August 2011 | positive

These plants are growing very well for me. They had a good germination rate, more vigor than Autumn Wings gourds, and are producing a nice crop.

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | December 2007 | neutral

Ornamental. Large sized, various solid and speckled vibrant colors in a multitude of desirable shapes; stars, wings, acorns, mushrooms, ...Read More

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