Violina

Approved Data

created by Lena-Marie S. at 14.01.2023

Seed packet

Features

Fruit shape

ribbed

Color

creamy

yellow

Growth habit

growth habit: ground cover

Season Overview

Propagating

Planting

Harvest

Description

Old variety originating from Italy, characterized by an excellent, nutty taste and firm flesh. The slightly ribbed butternut is therefore very versatile in the kitchen. As the name suggests, the shape is reminiscent of a violin or peanut.

Non hybrid

Not frost resistant

Growing tips

Bushy growing pumpkins require an area of approx. 1 m², climbing pumpkins approx. 3 m². We recommend pre-growing seedlings. An even supply of water and nutrients is important for healthy growth and abundant fruiting. In the event of drought or a lack of fertilization, the small pumpkins will partially die. At temperatures below 5°C, you should cover the entire plant with fleece. The fleece should be removed as soon as flowers form. Place a small wooden board, a flat stone or straw under the fruit to prevent the fruit from rotting on wet soil. You can harvest as soon as the pumpkin sounds hollow when you "tap" it. To harvest, cut the pumpkin at the stem, but leave part of the stem attached to the fruit. Otherwise the pumpkins will rot quickly and cannot be stored for as long.