{"product_id":"cinderella-pumpkin-seeds-10-heirloom-rouge-vif-detampes-cucurbita-maxima-seeds","title":"Cinderella Pumpkin Seeds – 10 Heirloom Rouge Vif d'Etampes Cucurbita maxima Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow the enchanting Cinderella Pumpkin, also known as Rouge Vif d'Etampes, a French heirloom variety of Cucurbita maxima. This pumpkin is famous for its flattened, deeply ribbed shape and vibrant red-orange skin, reminiscent of the fairy-tale carriage. Its sweet, tender flesh is excellent for baking, soups, and pies, while the striking appearance makes it a standout in fall displays and garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow and productive, this heirloom pumpkin adds both beauty and flavor to your vegetable garden. Whether you're a home gardener or a market grower, these seeds offer a rewarding harvest of unique, conversation-starting pumpkins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety from France, also known as Rouge Vif d'Etampes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive flattened, ribbed shape with bright red-orange color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet, flavorful flesh ideal for cooking and baking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVigorous vines produce multiple fruits per plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for fall decorations and culinary use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cucurbita maxima\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-9 (grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vines can spread 10-15 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil temperature 70-90°F (21-32°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches between plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date, when soil has warmed to at least 70°F. Plant seeds 1 inch deep in hills or rows, spacing 24-36 inches apart. For earlier starts, begin indoors 2-4 weeks before transplanting, using biodegradable pots to avoid root disturbance. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Once seedlings emerge, thin to the strongest plants. Provide plenty of space for vines to spread, and consider trellising to save garden space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly, especially during dry spells, and mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Feed with a balanced fertilizer when vines begin to run. Harvest pumpkins when the rind is hard and the color is fully developed, typically 90-110 days after planting. Cut with a few inches of stem attached and cure in a warm, sunny spot for about a week to improve storage life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e10 Cinderella Pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita maxima 'Rouge Vif d'Etampes').\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824712220982,"sku":"FOLIA2-1060","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6527319892_hyfl.jpg?v=1793004253","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/cinderella-pumpkin-seeds-10-heirloom-rouge-vif-detampes-cucurbita-maxima-seeds","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}