(Cucurbita pepo)
This is probably the most famous pumpkin. Because of its size, its colour but also because of it taste, this variety is very often cultivated by gardeners. It is also grown for carving. Jack O Lantern is the result of a crossing between the widespread Connecticut Field and Golden Oblong.
Fruits: longer than wide; orange; Size (DxH): 18 - 20 cm x 25 cm; Flesh: light orange, thick, middle quality;
Vine behaviour: Vine
Usage-Recommendation: Carve, Decoration
Resistances:
Storage time: ++
Weight: 5.0 kg - 7.0 kg
Maturity: 110 days
KCB-Recommendation: C