Pumpkin is a plump, nutritious orange vegetable, and a highly nutrient dense food. It is low in calories but rich in vitamins and minerals, all of which are also in its seeds, leaves, and juices. There are many ways to incorporate pumpkin into desserts, soups, salads, preserves, and even as a substitute for butter.
1. Arka Suryamukhi
The fruits of Arka Suryamukhi are round with oblate ends and are typically orange in color. As they mature, white stripes appear on the pumpkins. The average weight of the fruit is around 1 kg. This variety is known for its attractive appearance.
2. Arka Chandan
Arka Chandan pumpkins are medium-sized with light brown color. The fruits weigh around 2-3 kgs and mature in approximately 120 days. This variety is suitable for both domestic use and export.
3. PAU Magaz Kaddu-1
A variety suitable for export, PAU Magaz Kaddu-1 pumpkins are round and medium-sized. The fruits turn yellow as they mature and are popular for their smooth texture.
4. Punjab Samrat
The Punjab Samrat variety produces small, green pumpkins that turn brown as they mature. Known for being a good export variety, it has a high yield potential.
5. PPH-1
PPH-1 pumpkins are an early maturing variety with dwarf vines. The fruits are small, round, and change color from blotchy green to brown as they mature. This variety is often grown for its fast growth.
6. PPH-2
Similar to PPH-1, the PPH-2 variety also has fast-growing, round fruits. However, it differs in the smoothness of the fruit's skin. The fruits are green and turn brown as they mature.
7. PAU Magaz Kaddu-1 (Hull-less Seed)
Released in 2018, PAU Magaz Kaddu-1 produces medium-sized, round pumpkins with hull-less seeds. The fruits are dark green at first and turn golden yellow upon maturity. The dwarf vines make it ideal for compact farming.
Pumpkins are a type of winter squash that belong to the gourd family and are widely recognized for their round shape and vibrant orange color, although they also come in white, green, and other shades. Originally native to North America, pumpkins have been cultivated for thousands of years and grow on sprawling vines with large yellow flowers. They are rich in vitamins A and C, antioxidants, and fiber, making them a nutritious addition to diets worldwide. Beyond their culinary usesâ??such as in pies, soups, and roasted dishesâ??almost every part of the pumpkin plant, including seeds and flowers, is edible and valued. Pumpkins hold cultural significance, especially in autumn celebrations like Halloween, where they are carved into jack-o'-lanterns, and in harvest festivals symbolizing abundance. Their versatility extends to traditional medicine and even environmental .
Squash (pumpkin Type): Black Futsu
Cucurbita Moschata
Approx. 2-3 Seeds Per Gram
Always Popular At Halloween, Pumpkins Are Fun To Grow In The Garden If You Have Enough Room.
They Are Vigorous Trailing Plants And Take Up Quite A Bit Of Space.
The Larger Varieties Need A Long Growing Season And Are Great For Competitions And Carving. Smaller Types Are More Practical In The Kitchen.
Black Futsu Is A Heavily Ribbed Small Pumpkin Which Is Very Dark Green (almost Black). If Left To Mature Fully It Turns Grey And Eventually Orange. Black Futsu Has A Long Growing Season But Can Be Picked At The Black Grey Or Orange Stage. The Flavour Is Particularly Good And It Stores Well.
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Approx. 3-4 seeds per gram
Always popular at Halloween, pumpkins are fun to grow in the garden if you have enough room.
They are vigorous trailing plants and take up quite a bit of space.
The larger varieties need a long growing season and are great for competitions and carving. Smaller types are more practical in the kitchen.
