{"product_id":"pumpkin-turkish-turban-seeds","title":"Pumpkin ‘Turkish Turban’ Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"66\"\u003eTurkish Turban Pumpkin\u003c\/b\u003e. This pre-1817 heirloom is one of the most visually stunning and distinctive varieties in existence. Named for its unique, \"turban-like\" shape, each fruit features a large, prominent blossom end that emerges from a colourful base, creating a striking architectural masterpiece in the vegetable patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eWhile often grown for its incredible ornamental value, the Turkish Turban is a culinary delight in its own right. Beneath its vibrant, multicoloured skin—mottled with shades of bright orange, forest green, cream, and red—lies a thick, fine-grained, golden-flesh. Its flavour is deeply nutty and sweet, reminiscent of roasted chestnuts. The firm texture makes it a good choice for hearty soups, traditional roasts, or for use as a spectacular edible tureen for autumn dinner parties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpectacular Ornamental Appeal:\u003c\/b\u003e Unmatched for autumn displays, centrepieces, and garden aesthetics with its unique shape and vibrant colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRich, Nutty Flavour:\u003c\/b\u003e A gourmet culinary variety with sweet, dense flesh that far surpasses standard field pumpkins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExcellent Storage:\u003c\/b\u003e Known for its thick skin, this variety stores exceptionally well, lasting 4–6 months in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLarge, Productive Vines:\u003c\/b\u003e Vigorous plants that provide a generous harvest of medium-to-large fruits (typically 2–4kg).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeirloom History:\u003c\/b\u003e A conversation-starting piece of garden history that has been a favourite for over two centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eGrowing Information (Australia):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/i\u003e 'Turkish Turban'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSowing Season:\u003c\/b\u003e * \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eTemperate\/Cool (e.g., Tasmania):\u003c\/b\u003e Late Spring to Early Summer (once all risk of frost has passed and soil is warm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSubtropical\/Tropical:\u003c\/b\u003e Late Autumn through to Early Spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Full sun; requires a large area to sprawl and very rich, well-composted soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/b\u003e 2cm–3cm deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/b\u003e 1–1.5 metres apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGermination:\u003c\/b\u003e 7–14 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/b\u003e 95–110 days. Harvest once the vine begins to die back and the stem turns woody.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGardener’s Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Pumpkins are \"heavy feeders\"—incorporate plenty of well-rotted manure or compost into the mound before planting. To ensure the most dramatic shapes and colours, avoid moving the fruit while it is growing. Cure the pumpkins in the sun for 7–10 days after harvest to harden the skin for long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gatherer Forager","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53611213717777,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/4323\/7905\/files\/Turkish_turban_pumpkin_seeds.jpg?v=1780283636","url":"https:\/\/www.gathererforager.com\/products\/pumpkin-turkish-turban-seeds","provider":"Gatherer Forager","version":"1.0","type":"link"}