Grow the Puerto Rican Native Pumpkin (Calabaza Nativa de Puerto Rico), a cherished heirloom squash from the Caribbean. This traditional variety is known for its sweet, rich flavor, strong vines, and excellent adaptability to warm climates. Perfect for gardeners who want to experience authentic Puerto Rican agriculture right at home.
🌱 Product Details:
- 100 seeds per pack
- Heirloom, non-GMO, open-pollinated
- Native Caribbean pumpkin variety
- Thrives in warm, tropical, or subtropical climates
⏳ Growth & Harvest:
- Germination: 7–10 days
- Time to fruit: 90–120 days after sowing
- Produces large, flavorful pumpkins with firm flesh
🌿 Planting & Care:
- Full sun, well-drained fertile soil
- Space plants 3–4 ft apart for healthy vines
- Water regularly but avoid soggy soil
- Add compost or natural fertilizer for best yield
- Control weeds and protect young plants from pests
🍂 Cultivation Tips:
- Plant after the last frost or during warm season
- Encourage pollinators like bees for better fruit set
- Harvest when skin hardens and stem begins to dry
- Store in cool, dry conditions for longer shelf life
🥘 Culinary Uses:
This pumpkin is widely used in Puerto Rican cuisine for soups, stews, and desserts. Its sweet flesh makes it a perfect ingredient for traditional Caribbean dishes.
Bring a taste of Puerto Rico to your home garden with these 100 heirloom pumpkin seeds—ideal for gardeners, homesteaders, and lovers of authentic flavors.