Cinderella

Pumpkin

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🌱 100d to harvest Vine

Sink your senses into Cinderella’s luminous, satin-smooth skin—an elegant pumpkin with a softly fluted silhouette and a warm, sto…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	May 15th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 12th
Harvest Begins	Sep 20th
Harvest Ends	Aug 25th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	100
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Vine
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	65
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	10

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely to hit Solanum tuberosum (potato), and what should I do right away?

Early blight and late blight are the most common serious diseases in potatoes; early blight shows brown, target-like spots on older leaves, while late blight causes fast-spreading dark, water-soaked patches. Remove affected leaves immediately and improve airflow by spacing plants and avoiding overhead watering. If conditions are humid or disease is spreading, use a labeled fungicide for potatoes and restart protection on a schedule, especially before new leaf growth.

How often should I water Solanum tuberosum during the main growing phase to get good tuber size?

From emergence through tuber bulking, keep soil evenly moist but not soggy—aim for about 1–2 inches (2.5–5 cm) of water per week depending on heat and soil, split into 1–2 waterings. Let the top 1 inch (2.5 cm) dry slightly between waterings, because consistently wet soil encourages rot and disease. Mulch lightly to stabilize moisture, but continue hilling to cover stems as plants grow.

How can I tell when Cinderella potatoes are ready to harvest?

Harvest when plants have fully yellowed and died back naturally and most foliage is brown—this is usually around 90–110 days after planting for potatoes. For “new” potatoes, you can check earlier by gently digging near the plant and feeling tuber size, then re-cover. Handle carefully and cure after harvest at cool, humid conditions so skins toughen for storage.

Sink your senses into Cinderella’s luminous, satin-smooth skin—an elegant pumpkin with a softly fluted silhouette and a warm, storybook glow that deepens as it ripens. The flesh is richly textured, offering a dense, velvety bite prized for roasting and baking, and it also shines in hearty sauces and savory pies. Grow one and you’ll harvest a centerpiece-worthy fruit that turns the garden into a seasonal display from vine to pantry.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.

Direct Sow Preferred

Sensitive roots — does not transplant well. If starting indoors, use biodegradable pots and disturb roots as little as possible when moving outdoors.

Expert Note

Start transplants only in a very short window and transplant after consistent warm weather so Cinderella winter squash can establish quickly without root disturbance.