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Musquee de Provence Pumpkin Seeds, French Heirloom
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Musquee de Provence Pumpkin Seeds, a French heirloom (Cucurbita moschata
The moschata group is the one that matters in a Kansas July. Solid, dense stems that vine borer larvae struggle to tunnel, and genuine tolerance for heat and humidity. Why species predicts survival here.) with deeply ribbed, brown-skinned fruits and sweet, fragrant flesh. Vine borer resistant. Shipped from Kansas.
🛡️ Vine borer resistance: Excellent, the solid stems of Cucurbita moschata resist the squash vine borer that kills most common pumpkins.
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The storied French heirloom that graces the markets of Provence. Deeply ribbed, beautifully bronzed, and filled with dense, nutty-sweet flesh that makes extraordinary soups and pies.
Growing Guide
Cucurbita moschata
Annual
120 days
Full sun
36-48″ apart
1″
Vine
15-20+ lbs
Brown/ochre
Eating, decoration
No
Yes, 3 weeks
No
Generally good resistance
2-3 weeks in a warm, dry spot
5-8 months, well cured
Curing markedly improves flavor, best after a full cure
Also known as: Fairytale pumpkin
History & Origin
Musquee de Provence is a French heirloom that has graced the markets of southern France for centuries. Its deeply ribbed form and rich brown skin, often called "fairy-tale" beauty, make it as stunning on a doorstep as it is on a dinner plate. In France, it is the variety of choice for traditional soupe au potiron and gratin de courge. It stores beautifully for months, developing deeper sweetness over time.
In the Kitchen
Roast wedges at 400°F until caramelized, then puree for the silkiest soup you have ever tasted. The dense, orange flesh makes exceptional gratins, tarts, and even gnocchi. In Provence, it is traditionally paired with cream, Gruyere, and fresh thyme.
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Midsummer in the Patch
The main Zone 6b planting window has wrapped for this year. Vines are running and fruit is setting, so now is the time to plan next spring’s patch and get ready for harvest, curing, and storage. Gardeners in Zones 8–10 can still sow fast-maturing varieties. See our growing guides
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- Long Island Cheese - Another classic pie pumpkin
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Untreated, open-pollinated heirloom seed. No fungicide coating. Save your own seed from your strongest fruit and grow it again next year.
Quick Specs
| Species | Cucurbita moschata |
| Days to maturity | 110 to 125 |
| Sowing | 1 in deep, hills 6 to 8 ft apart, rows 8 to 10 ft |
| Sun | Full sun |
| Vine habit | Long vines |
| Fruit size | 10 to 20 lb |
| Pest resistance | Highly vine borer resistant. Solid moschata stems are hard for borer larvae to tunnel into. Resistant, not immune, so still scout in June and July. |
Common Questions
Is Musquee de Provence really vine borer resistant?
Highly vine borer resistant. Solid moschata stems are hard for borer larvae to tunnel into. Resistant, not immune, so still scout in June and July.
When should I plant Musquee de Provence in Kansas?
Direct sow or transplant once soil holds 65 to 70 F, typically mid May to early June in Zone 6b. At 110 to 125 days to maturity, a late May planting ripens in September to October, right on time for curing before frost.
How much space does Musquee de Provence need?
Give it room. Vines run well past 10 feet and the fruit are heavy, so plant hills at least 6 feet apart and let it sprawl, or run it along a garden edge.
Will it ripen before frost? Musquee de Provence Pumpkin needs about 120 days from sowing. In a typical Newton, Kansas Zone 6b season the first fall frost arrives between October 10 and 20, so direct sow by about June 3 to finish with a two week cushion. Planting later, or gardening in a different zone? Check your own planting window.
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Growing Tips
Each seed packet includes detailed growing instructions. For additional help, visit our Growing Guides or reach out to us directly.
Seed life: 4 to 6 years stored cool, dry and dark. Germination is strongest in the first 2 to 3 years, so sow the freshest packet first and test older seed before you plan a bed around it.
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