Grey Green Chinese Winter Melon 灰皮冬瓜
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Description of the variety
This Winter Gourd is short cylindrical shape. It is about 40 cm long and 30 cm wide.
The outer skin of this winter gourd is green covered with white wax.
The flesh is thick and white coloured. The average fruit weight is about 15 - 20 KG.
Good adaptation. Tolerant to heat. The flesh is crispy. Good for transportation.
Planting Guidelines
Maturity for Spring season planting is about 4 months. Maturity for Autumn season planting is about 5 months.
Put up the stakes for growing this Winter Melon. The recommended plant distance of 65 cm.
Pregerminate before sowing or preparing seedlings for transplanting
Additional Remarks
Botanical Name: Benincasa hispida
Diseases Information
Pay attention to Powdery mildew, Blight, and etc.
Planting Timetable
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The above schedule is based on the Hong Kong area