The choice of pumpkin depends on many parameters. There are three types of vegetables, which differ in the thickness of the peel, the pulp and the useful properties. Traditionally, it is considered that the nutritious pumpkin is the richest nutrient. However, among the others there are also interesting and worthy varieties. Therefore, in the , the best pumpkin varieties included all three types.
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Gymnose pumpkin
Gymnose pumpkin. This sort of pumpkin is not very rich in vitamins, but the seeds have a medicinal property. In addition, they are not covered with husk. They can be fried, used in the preparation of sweets, add to the dishes. Most gardeners grow a gymnosperm pumpkin just for seeds and, because of them, it is considered one and the best varieties of pumpkin. Due to the lack of seed bark, it is not recommended to plant them on open and wet ground. It is necessary first to germinate them in the greenhouse and then plant them in the beds. Otherwise, the seeds can simply rot. Fruits grow to seven kilograms and have a yellow-green color in the mesh, like a watermelon. The variety of this solid-grained pumpkin is considered medium-ripening.
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The one-hundred-dollar
. This sort of pumpkin is considered to be the best among large-fruited. Fruits reach a size of 20 kg, and the smallest ones grow by weight not less than 7 kg. Also, the variety is resistant to diseases and does not require special care. For the most part he grows cattle for feed. But the flesh of the fruit has an average sweetness of taste, which is why it is very pleasant for human consumption. Both outside and inside of the fruit are bright orange, less often there are fruits of yellow color. The fruits are beautiful rounded. The variety is medium-sized, and the vegetation period is 120 days from the moment of seedling.
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Russian
Russian. This type of pumpkin is very fond of gardeners of cold regions, as it well withstands frosts. In addition, it is early maturing, so truck farmers manage to harvest before autumn rains and frosts. The latest fruits ripen at most a hundred days after planting. Yield is quite high. At a weight of one fruit in 2-5 kg, from a bush it is possible to collect more than 20 kg. Sweet and soft to the touch the pulp has a taste of melon. It is grown also because of its taste qualities.
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Titanium
Titanium. This kind of pumpkin is the record holder in terms of fruit size. With proper care, an average of one fruit weighs up to 180 kilograms. Some especially large specimens reach a half-ton in weight. But in the climatic conditions of Russia this is very difficult to achieve, but even with a severe domestic climate, fruits on average reach 50 kilograms in weight. But this variety does not possess exceptional taste qualities. It is grown only for the size of the fruit. But this does not mean that it is impossible. The fruits have an average sweetness of taste and can be eaten. But the best sort of pumpkin Titan is considered for its size.
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Marina di Chioggia
Marina di Chioggia. One of the best varieties in the Muscat pumpkin class. In appearance and in form, the berries resemble very large patissons. The same flattened and with tubercles. They also differ in taste. And most importantly the flesh is dry. This allows you to absorb into it the juices of other ingredients, which is very useful for professional chefs. The variety comes from Italy and therefore, in our climatic conditions, the berries grow 5-6 kilograms. However, at home, their average weight is ten kilos. The fruits are large enough and firm. This allows you to store them for six months without compromising quality.
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Pearl
Pearl. The species is quite common, as the seeds in it are small and suitable for eating in the food is ideal. But the best sort of pumpkin is considered because the taste of the berries is very sweet and tender. The variety rises within 100-110 days. Bushes grow massive, and the plexus is very strong, which allows the fetus to stay very long and not rot. Also resistant to diseases, but requires special care. It is necessary to control the amount of water. Overall is great for sale. At low temperatures, berries can be stored for two years. This is probably the only kind of pumpkin with such a long storage period.
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Vitamin
Vitamin. The variety belongs to the type of Muscat, late-ripening. Vegetation period is more than 4 months. In addition, the fruits grow not very beautiful, but unusual oblong form. Something like a barrel. But the best sort of pumpkin is not for appearance, but for useful properties. The flesh is very rich in carotene. In addition, it is crispy and pleasant to the taste. In addition to taste qualities, the variety is notable for a long shelf life. At usual house conditions it is possible to store it within a year. The plant is very resistant to diseases, however, it tolerates frosts badly. And because of the long period of maturation is not suitable for many regions.
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New
New. This is a late-ripening variety of Muscat Pumpkin. Harvest can be harvested only 4 months after seedling. And the best among its other types make taste. Sweet, dense pulp is added to a wide variety of dishes. In combination with other foods in the food does not lose its own, distinct taste. Fruits grow in an interesting, elongated shape resembling a pear. Berries grow in medium sizes up to 5 kilograms. This sort of something resembles an Arabat pumpkin, but much smaller in size.
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Arabatskaya
Arabatskaya. This sort of pumpkin is considered one of the best and very popular among gardeners, because it is reliable. He is rarely taken any diseases, he is not afraid of frosts and almost always gives a high yield. But this sort of muscatel ripens very late. The vegetative period is almost 4 months, which makes it not suitable for some regions. However, for all other parameters, this is the undoubted best kind of this plant. Fruits grow large, pear-shaped. The weight of one berry is 20 kilograms. In addition, they can be stored under normal conditions for almost six months.
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Country house
Country house. This is perhaps the best pumpkin variety for Russian truck farmers. He loves to plant almost dachniki all regions of Russia. The variety is cold-resistant, early-ripening and with excellent taste qualities. The fruit ripens after 80-85 days after seedling. Grow to medium size weighing 5 kilograms. Pumpkin is very tasty, sweet and with a pleasant aroma. This species belongs to the solid-root one and is therefore perfectly preserved for up to six months. In color, the pumpkin resembles a watermelon, alternating with yellow and green colors. In form it is oblong and rather compact. According to statistics, the pumpkin on the middle belt of Russia is growing well, and the yield at a fairly high level. This property of the plant allows summer residents and truck farmers to experiment with different varieties to choose the most suitable for themselves.
But when choosing the species of this plant, which you want to grow, do not forget about the purpose. Many of them have medicinal properties, some have amazing taste qualities, while others have been affected by yields. Unfortunately, there is no universal variety at the moment.