The "Therapeutic" pumpkin variety belongs to early-maturing large-fruited varieties with a maturation period of about 95-105 days, which can be reduced in warmer regions. Fruits of this variety have a slightly flattened shape and light gray skin with a characteristic pattern. Fruit weight varies from 3 to 7 kilograms, making them sufficiently large and convenient for various culinary purposes. Bushes are compact, with sturdy stems and short- or medium-vining shoots, which facilitates care and harvest collection.
The flesh of the "Therapeutic" pumpkin is distinguished by its rich orange color, thickness, juiciness, and sweet taste with a pleasant aroma. These qualities make the variety particularly valuable for preparing a variety of dishes: porridges, salads, desserts, juices, as well as for dietary and infant food. Thanks to good keeping quality and resistance to unfavorable growing conditions, fruits remain fresh until May and have high transportability, which is convenient for storage and realization.
In addition, the "Therapeutic" variety is distinguished by high yield, marketability, and resistance to diseases, which makes it popular among gardeners. Pumpkin of this variety is also widely used in cosmetology and folk medicine: masks for face and hair, infusions and decoctions are prepared from it, which underscores its versatility and value not only as a food product, but also as a means for maintaining health and beauty.
