Flat White Boer Ford Pumpkin Seeds
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Description
The Flat White Boer Ford Pumpkin Seed is a unique and versatile variety that brings both beauty and functionality to your garden. Known for its distinctive, flat shape and pale white skin, this heirloom pumpkin offers a rustic, vintage look that adds charm and interest to any garden display. With its smooth texture and subtly sweet flavor, the Flat White Boer Ford is not just ornamental—it's also great for cooking and baking.
This variety is easy to grow and produces large, flattened pumpkins that can weigh anywhere from 8 to 15 pounds. Their firm flesh is perfect for roasting, pureeing, or even using in soups and pies. The flat shape makes these pumpkins ideal for decorative purposes as well, as they stack beautifully and are a popular choice for fall decorations, especially around harvest time.
Key Features:
- Unique Flat Shape: Distinctive flat, disk-like pumpkins with smooth, white skin that are visually striking.
- Heirloom Variety: A treasured heirloom with a rich history, perfect for gardeners who appreciate traditional crops.
- Edible and Delicious: Firm, sweet flesh that’s perfect for cooking, baking, or roasting.
- Versatile Uses: Ideal for both culinary and decorative purposes—great for fall displays or as part of autumn harvest decor.
- Easy to Grow: Adaptable to various growing conditions, with moderate care needed for a successful harvest.
- Large Size: Produces sizable pumpkins that range from 8 to 15 pounds, offering plenty of flesh for recipes.
- Long Shelf Life: These pumpkins store well for months after harvesting, making them great for later use or winter cooking.
Specifications:
- Plant Height: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
- Pumpkin Size: 8–15 pounds (3.5–6.8 kg)
- Sun Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours of sunlight daily)
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0
- Planting Depth: 1 inch (25 mm)
- Spacing: 36–48 inches (90–120 cm) between plants
- Days to Maturity: 90–100 days
- Hardiness Zones: 3–9
- Package Size: 1 oz (approx. 50–60 seeds)
- Germination Rate: 80–85%
The Flat White Boer Ford Pumpkin is perfect for gardeners looking for a strikingly different pumpkin to grow and showcase. Whether you're interested in cooking with it or using it for fall decor, this pumpkin variety is sure to be a standout in your garden and in your kitchen.
