Pumpkin [Marina Di Chioggia]

This very old Italian Heirloom rustic variety originates near Venice and is considered the King of Italian Squashes. Large unique turban shaped deep blue-green 6-10lb fruit are produced on vigorous vines with a rich, sweet, deep yellow-orange flesh of outstanding quality. In Italy this is popular for gnocchi and ravioli, but also delicious baked or in pies. Rich in Vitamin A, also contains mineral salts (Calcium & Phosphorous).