The Camillo pumpkin is a medium-maturing vegetable intended for culinary use, particularly for making porridge, baking, and puree. This variety is distinguished by its sweet flavor and vibrant orange flesh, making it appealing for various dishes. The fruits have dark green skin with orange veins and a small seed cavity, which facilitates processing and cooking.
The Camillo plant exhibits a vigorous, spreading, and indeterminate growth habit, contributing to high yields. The fruits can weigh up to 35 kg, indicating the variety's significant productivity. Thanks to its high storability, the pumpkin can be stored for an extended period after harvest.
For growing the Camillo variety, it is recommended to sow seedlings in April, followed by transplanting into the ground in May-June. For direct sowing into the ground, the optimal time is late May or June. The recommended planting depth is 3-4 cm, and the spacing is 100x150 cm, ensuring adequate space for plant development and maximum yield. The seeds of this variety originate from Italy and are supplied by the producer Hortus.
