{"product_id":"melon-d-hiver-twonga-ab","title":"WINTER MELON TWONGA AB","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"677\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"98\"\u003eTwonga Pumpkin\u003c\/strong\u003e , also called \u003cstrong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"136\"\u003eChinese Pumpkin\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"153\"\u003eBenincasa\u003c\/strong\u003e , is a variety of cucurbit that can be \u003cstrong data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"213\"\u003erunner\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"215\" data-end=\"224\"\u003erambling\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"240\"\u003etrained\u003c\/strong\u003e , depending on garden conditions and management. It requires a \u003cstrong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"331\"\u003esunny exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e and can produce \u003cstrong data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"374\"\u003e2 to 4 fruits per plant\u003c\/strong\u003e . The fruits, measuring between \u003cstrong data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"430\"\u003e10 and 15 cm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"456\"\u003e20 to 50 cm long\u003c\/strong\u003e , have a \u003cstrong data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"484\"\u003edowny\u003c\/strong\u003e skin and weigh between \u003cstrong data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"514\"\u003e2 and 6 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"528\"\u003eflesh\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cstrong data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"544\"\u003ewhite\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"555\"\u003esweet\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"568\"\u003ewatery\u003c\/strong\u003e and of excellent quality. This pumpkin is very popular for \u003cstrong data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"659\"\u003esweet and sour\u003c\/strong\u003e recipes or \u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"676\"\u003egratin\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eSuccessful \u003cstrong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eSowing of Twonga Pumpkin\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"742\"\u003eSowing in pots\u003c\/strong\u003e : Sowing is done in \u003cstrong data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eApril\u003c\/strong\u003e , in \u003cstrong data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"795\"\u003epots\u003c\/strong\u003e placed in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"828\"\u003ebright\u003c\/strong\u003e place and at a minimum temperature of \u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"870\"\u003e12°C\u003c\/strong\u003e . The seeds need \u003cstrong data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"909\"\u003ewarmth\u003c\/strong\u003e to germinate, so it is crucial to keep them in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"991\"\u003ewarm\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003ebright\u003c\/strong\u003e environment. Place the seeds on their \u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003eedges\u003c\/strong\u003e in the pots. Keep the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003esoil moist\u003c\/strong\u003e using a sprayer, but not excessively so as to prevent the seeds from rotting. Place your pots near a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003elight source\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage healthy and rapid germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003eTransplanting\u003c\/strong\u003e : Transplant plants in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003ea sunny location\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003emid-May\u003c\/strong\u003e . The planting distance depends on the type of variety. For non-running varieties, space the plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003e1 m apart in all directions\u003c\/strong\u003e . For running varieties, space them \u003cstrong data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003e1.20 m in the row\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003e2 m between rows\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003eGrowing Care\u003c\/strong\u003e : \u003cstrong data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003eWater at the base\u003c\/strong\u003e of the plants, taking care not to wet the foliage, especially in summer to prevent fungal diseases. Use \u003cstrong data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/strong\u003e to enrich the soil and feed the plants. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003ePinching back\u003c\/strong\u003e the main stems stimulates branching and improves fruit yield. Be sure to remove any \u003cstrong data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eweeds\u003c\/strong\u003e that might compete with the plants. Cover the base with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003emulch\u003c\/strong\u003e to limit weed growth and conserve soil moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eGood Associations\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eTwonga pumpkin does not grow well with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003epotatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , as both plants are susceptible to similar diseases, which can hinder their growth. However, pumpkin thrives in close proximity to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003ebeans\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003ecabbage\u003c\/strong\u003e . These companion plants can improve plant health by repelling some insect pests and increasing yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2602\"\u003e Why Isn't My Pumpkin \u003cstrong data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2583\"\u003eFlowering\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"2590\" data-end=\"2600\"\u003eFruiting\u003c\/strong\u003e ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"3178\"\u003eThe absence of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2626\"\u003eflowers\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"2633\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003efruit\u003c\/strong\u003e in cucurbits such as the Twonga pumpkin can be caused by several factors. During periods of high heat, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2787\" data-end=\"2803\"\u003emale flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e are likely to develop in large numbers, while \u003cstrong data-start=\"2854\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003efemale flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e are fewer, preventing pollination. Female flowers are recognizable by a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"2992\"\u003ebulge\u003c\/strong\u003e at the base, resembling a small fruit. Hot conditions affect the formation of female flowers and the quality of the pollen in male flowers, preventing fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3180\" data-end=\"3431\"\u003eIf your garden lacks \u003cstrong data-start=\"3205\" data-end=\"3232\"\u003epollinating insects\u003c\/strong\u003e (such as bees), pollination will not occur and there will be no fruit. One solution is to attract pollinators by planting \u003cstrong data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3405\"\u003ehoney-producing flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e near crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3464\"\u003ePreserving\u003c\/strong\u003e Pumpkins\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3478\" data-end=\"4046\"\u003eHarvesting \u003cstrong data-start=\"3493\" data-end=\"3504\"\u003esquash\u003c\/strong\u003e , including the Twonga pumpkin, is usually done between \u003cstrong data-start=\"3562\" data-end=\"3575\"\u003eSeptember\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3579\" data-end=\"3591\"\u003eNovember\u003c\/strong\u003e , often around \u003cstrong data-start=\"3618\" data-end=\"3629\"\u003eOctober\u003c\/strong\u003e , before the first frosts arrive. The fruit \u003cstrong data-start=\"3677\" data-end=\"3690\"\u003estem\u003c\/strong\u003e becomes \u003cstrong data-start=\"3708\" data-end=\"3719\"\u003ecorky\u003c\/strong\u003e when the fruit is ready to be harvested. Never pick up the fruit by the stem, as this can cause \u003cstrong data-start=\"3838\" data-end=\"3860\"\u003einvisible lesions\u003c\/strong\u003e that promote fruit rot. Cut the fruit as close to the stem as possible. Let the fruit \u003cstrong data-start=\"3965\" data-end=\"3975\"\u003edry\u003c\/strong\u003e for a day in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3999\" data-end=\"4009\"\u003esun\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure good preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"4048\" data-end=\"4284\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThen, store the fruit in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"4091\" data-end=\"4098\"\u003edry\u003c\/strong\u003e , well-ventilated place at a temperature between \u003cstrong data-start=\"4147\" data-end=\"4161\"\u003e12 and 20°C\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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