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Squash Tromba d'Albenga - Cucurbita moschata
Squash Tromba d'Albenga - Cucurbita moschata
Squash Tromba d'Albenga - Cucurbita moschata
Squash Tromba d'Albenga - Cucurbita moschata
Squash Tromba d'Albenga - Cucurbita moschata
Very good and decorative. If you want to give a gift in autumn, engrave a name or a phrase in June. Sow early enough for a good harvest.
Joëlle, 12/01/2021
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Courgette Tromba d'Albenga or Courgette Trompette d'Albenga is a magnificent Italian squash that is very vigorous and produces 4 to 6 fruits per plant weighing 1 to 4 kg each. The fruits have a swelling where the seeds are enclosed, topped with a very elegant long neck if the plant has been trained, or more twisted if the plant remains on the ground. The neck tends to curl up on itself. This squash is a gastronomic marvel when picked immature. Its skin still shows a pale green colour and the tenderness of youth. The flesh reveals a nutty flavour and a dense, buttery texture. It can be consumed cooked or raw. Later on, the skin of the Courge Tromba d'Albenga becomes ochre and tougher. It can then be prepared like a butternut squash. Sow it from March to June to harvest from July to November.
Orange, green, red, yellow, black, or even blue, smooth, ribbed, warty, with tender skin, etc. pumpkins and courgettes offer us an astonishing variability of shapes, colours, and sizes, as they hybridise with disconcerting ease. That's why there are so many varieties.
The term winter squash refers to all kinds of pumpkins, potimarrons, and squash with tough skin and delicately sweet flesh. The term Summer squash or courgettes, mean the different varieties that are harvested when the skin is still tender. The latter are consumed with the seeds.
All of them originate from America and belong to the large cucurbit family. They were introduced to Europe in the 16th century.
Generally trailing, they cling to any support with their tendrils. Female flowers can be distinguished from male flowers by their inferior ovary (below the flower), which looks like an embryo of a fruit. In many regions, male flowers are harvested just after pollination to be consumed stuffed or in fritters. There are many ways to consume pumpkins and courgettes. Sautéed, fried, gratin, soups, or stuffed. Courgettes are widely used in Provençal ratatouille, Italian caponata, Maghrebi couscous, or many emblematic Mediterranean dishes.
Harvest: Pumpkins and courgettes are fruits that need a lot of water to reach their full potential. Pumpkins will taste best when harvested ripe. Courgettes are harvested young and fresh, while still immature. All of them should be handled with care and remain free from any cuts or bruises.
Storage: Courgettes can be cut into pieces and frozen. Their delicate skin is not suitable for storage as it is. Winter squash with tough skin can be stored for several months and consumed throughout the winter. Unlike other fruits and vegetables, they need warmth for optimal storage. There is no need to store them in a dark place, so you might as well display them where their plump silhouette can be appreciated.
Gardener's tip: Place a slate or tile under the fruit. It will no longer be in direct contact with the ground, thus avoiding rotting due to moisture. Similarly, they particularly like slightly moist soils. Consider mulching around the plants, especially during the height of summer. Pumpkins and courgettes are very susceptible to powdery mildew (a fungal disease that leaves a white fuzz on the surface of the leaves). Avoid watering the leaves or flowers. Associate your pumpkins with alliums like chives, onions, or shallots, or with legumes like beans or peas. On the other hand, the combination of pumpkin and cucumber may be detrimental to both parties.
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Sowing Description: Sowing squash and zucchini seeds is very rewarding, both for the quick germination of the plants and for their ease of cultivation. They require well-drained soil rich in organic matter. They also need plenty of sunlight and water for producing beautiful fruits.
Early Cultivation: In March or April, sow your seeds in small holes, two or three seeds per tray or pot with soil rich in organic matter. Then lightly cover the seeds and water them to maintain a slight moisture. Germination is quite fast: after about ten days, it is already time to thin out the seedlings by selecting the strongest ones and transplanting them into well-prepared soil. Each plant requires a lot of space, so if possible, space them 1m (3ft) apart. Dig holes about 20 to 25cm (8 to 10in) in all directions and fill them two-thirds with compost. Place the plant in the hole, refill with soil, and firmly press down.
Seasonal Cultivation: Once the risk of frost has passed, typically in late April or May depending on the region, sow two to three seeds in small holes, 2 to 3cm (1in) deep. Gently press down the soil and wait for about ten days to see the first shoots appear. When they reach a few centimetres in height, thin out the seedlings, keeping only the strongest ones.
Harvesting can begin as early as July for young zucchinis. Squashes are harvested in the autumn. A simple method to determine the ideal harvest time is to observe the stem: if it is completely dry and the fruit is ready to detach itself, then it is time to harvest.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.