Italian Pumpkin - Squash Plant 'Marina di Chioggia'
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Squash ‘Marina di Chioggia’ is an exquisite and rare Italian heirloom winter squash, treasured for its distinctive dark green fruits with deeply ribbed, heavily warty skin. Originating from the coastal town of Chioggia near Venice, this remarkable variety produces large pumpkins with dense, bright orange flesh that is exceptionally sweet, rich and full of flavour. Perfect for roasting, baking, soups and purées, it is highly regarded by gourmet chefs and home gardeners alike. Its outstanding storage qualities allow fruits to keep for months, with the flavour often improving over time, making it both a practical and rewarding crop.
Thriving in a sunny position with fertile, moisture-retentive soil, Squash ‘Marina di Chioggia’ benefits from regular watering and feeding throughout the growing season. Allow fruits to mature fully on the plant before harvesting, then cure and store them to enhance their sweetness and longevity. Ideal for vegetable gardens, allotments and larger growing spaces, this extraordinary heirloom variety combines exceptional culinary quality, excellent keeping ability and unforgettable ornamental appeal in one outstanding plant.
Supplied in approx. 9cm pots
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The primary intended use of this plant is to grow food for human consumption.
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Plant in rich, well-drained soil that receives full sun. Give plants plenty of room to grow and spread their sprawling vines. Water regularly to maintain an even moisture level in the soil, and mulch to keep moisture in and prevent weed growth. Harvest the squash in late autumn, once the skin has hardened and it has reached its full colour. For one week, cure in a warm, dry location before storing in a cool, dark area.
Italian Pumpkin - Squash Plant 'Marina di Chioggia'