Pumpkin, Winter Squash 'Cheyenne Bush Pumpkin'

Cucurbitapepo

Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Cucurbita (koo-KER-bih-ta)
Species
pepo (PEP-oh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Succulent
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Gold (yellow-orange)
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
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:

Menominee, Michigan

Black Earth, Wisconsin

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Black Earth, WI | September 2013 | positive

Very nice yield - one plant yielded 11 pumpkins. They are closer to the 8 lbs mark. The plant is truly compact, taking up about 1/2 the...Read More

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | January 2005 | neutral

Extremely early bush pumpkin especially useful for small gardens where space is at a premium or in large pots. Compact bush habit, high y...Read More

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