Gymnosperm pumpkin is a real find for seed lovers

The development of modern breeding makes it possible to obtain varieties of vegetables and fruits that would meet the needs of consumers. The name of this variety is pumpkin gymnosperm, speaks for itself. The seeds of this pumpkin are not covered with a peel.

Lovers of pumpkin seeds, which are a real storehouse of vitamins and microelements, need time and patience to peel pumpkin seeds. For them, gymnosperm pumpkin is a real find. It is, of course, not as sweet as others, but its main advantage is the seeds, which do not need to be peeled.

The soil to grow such a pumpkin there must be nutritious and rich in humus. Seedlings that are a month old are planted in open ground around the end of May. For planting, you need to prepare fairly large holes, into which you add 5-7 kg of manure, adding 8-10 grams of urea, 5-10 grams of potassium chloride and 40-60 grams of superphosphate. This will allow you not to worry about feeding throughout the growing season.

During the period of growth it is necessary loosen the soil, in dry weather water. Before sowing in the ground, the seeds are warmed up for several hours, then soaked and, after hatching, sown in holes to a depth of 3-4 cm. It is recommended to pinch the main stem after 4 leaves. Ripe fruits can be stored all winter, but not in a damp place, since the seeds inside the pumpkin can germinate.

The flesh of gymnosperm pumpkin is inferior in taste to other varieties, but her main advantage - These are seeds that contain more than 50% healthy fats. In some countries, they even produce very tasty vegetable oil.