vegetable variety in zone 5a
Cinderella (Rouge Vif d'Etampes) pumpkin in zone 5a
Cinderella (Rouge Vif d'Etampes) · Cucurbita pepo and Cucurbita maxima
- Zone
- 5a -20°F to -15°F
- Growing season
- 150 days
- Days to harvest
- 90 to 120
The verdict
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About Cinderella (Rouge Vif d'Etampes)
Sweet, mild, tender; deeply ribbed dark-orange French heirloom. Pies, soups, stuffed and roasted whole. Decorative and culinary, productive.
Critical timing for zone 5a
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Common challenges in zone 5a
- ▸ Fire blight in pears
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Late spring frosts
Modified care for zone 5a
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Cinderella (Rouge Vif d'Etampes) in adjacent zones
Other pumpkin varieties for zone 5a
- Howden
Tasteless, fibrous; the classic carving pumpkin (large, deeply ribbed orange). Jack-o'-lanterns, decoration. P…
- Long Pie
Sweet, deep flavor, fine-grained; banana-shaped orange pumpkin (looks like overgrown zucchini). The pie maker'…
- Sugar Pie
Sweet, dense, smooth flesh; small (4-6 lb) classic pie pumpkin. Pies, custards, soups, roasting. Stores 2-3 mo…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Cinderella (Rouge Vif d'Etampes) pumpkin grow in zone 5a?
Yes. Cinderella (Rouge Vif d'Etampes) is recommended for USDA zones 4b through 8a, which includes zone 5a.
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