Vert Olive

created by Gioventu at 30.04.2023

Features

Color

orange

Fruit shape

oval

drop-shaped

round-oval

Taste

aromatic

Location

Greenhouse

Bed

Outdoor

near compost

Warm location

nutrient rich soil

Growth habit

high ranking

Season Overview

Propagating

Planting

Harvest

J

F

M

A

M

J

A

S

O

N

D

Description

These teardrop-shaped, 3-5 kg pumpkins are reminiscent of olives. The variety is said to have been bred in France before 1885. The skin is dark green and smooth with firm, orange flesh. The variety is known for its excellent taste! The development time is approx. 110 days.

Non hybrid

Not frost resistant

Growing tips

Cover only lightly with soil or sand and keep evenly moist. Plant out (watch out for snails!) at the bottom of the compost heap or in nutrient-rich soil. Frost-free cultivation necessary. Harvest before the first frost. Store at a minimum of 15°C. Further cultivation tips for the species Krübis.