Zapallo Plomo Seeds for Planting Cucurbita Maxima heirloom garden fall harvest

Zapallo Plomo (Cucurbita maxima) Seeds are ideal for gardeners seeking to grow heirloom pumpkins with rich flavor and excellent texture. This warm-season vine produces large, dense pumpkins that are perfect for autumn harvest, cooking, and seasonal decoration.

These Non-GMO heirloom seeds offer high germination rates and vigorous growth. Zapallo Plomo thrives in sunny, fertile, and well-drained soil. With proper care, this variety provides abundant fruits, making it a staple for heirloom and home garden enthusiasts.

Features

• Produces large, flavorful heirloom pumpkins
• Non-GMO seeds with excellent germination
• Vigorous, easy-to-grow vine
• High-yielding and suitable for home gardens and fall harvest
• Ideal for cooking, baking, and autumn decoration
• Warm-season crop with consistent harvest
• Heirloom variety preserving traditional genetics

Specifications

• Common Name: Pumpkin
• Variety: Zapallo Plomo
• Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima
• Plant Type: Warm-season annual vine
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Season: Spring to summer planting, fall harvest
• USDA Zones: 3–11
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
• Days to Germination: 7–14 days
• Days to Maturity: 100–120 days
• Plant Height: 6–12 feet (vining)
• Watering: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Uses: Cooking, baking, autumn decoration, heirloom garden

Planting Guide

• Direct Sow: Plant seeds outdoors after the last frost.
• Sowing Depth: 1 inch deep.
• Spacing: 3–4 feet apart in rows or hills.
• Support: Trellis optional for vining varieties.
• Sunlight: Full sun for optimal fruit development.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, avoid waterlogging.
• Harvest: Pick pumpkins when fully mature, firm, and deep-colored for best flavor and storage.