{"product_id":"tromboncino","title":"Tromboncino","description":"\u003cp\u003eTromboncino is a unique Italian summer squash known for its rambling vines and exceptionally long, pale green fruits. Fruits can grow impressively long, with a tiny seed cavity confined to the blossom end, leaving most of the flesh firm, mild, and nearly seedless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety offers excellent flavour and texture in the kitchen and is especially versatile when harvested young. Tromboncino can be steamed, stir-fried, grilled, or even pickled. When trellised, fruits grow long and straight; when grown on the ground, they develop fun, curved shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical name: Cucurbita moschata\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth habit: Vigorous, vining squash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSun: Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpacing: 90-120 cm (3-4 ft)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContainer friendly: Suitable only for very large containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupport: Trellising recommended for straighter fruit; optional for ground growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFruit and Harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTromboncino fruits are best harvested young and tender at 20-45 cm (8-18\") long for use as a summer squash. At this stage, the flesh is firm, mild, and nearly seedless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf allowed to mature fully, fruits develop thicker skin and can store well into winter, making this a versatile squash that bridges summer and storage use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStir-frying and saut'ing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSteaming and grilling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePickling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExtended storage when fully mature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy Buy a Starter Plant?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStarting with an established plant provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFaster vine development and earlier harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore reliable production in warm summer conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReduced risk compared to direct seeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrown With Care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur starter plants are grown without chemical pesticides and are gradually hardened for outdoor conditions, producing strong vines ready for transplanting once soil temperatures are warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWell suited for: gardeners with space for vines, trellis growers, adventurous cooks, and anyone looking to grow a truly distinctive and productive squash.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrolia Bloom Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46223055421611,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/9824\/9131\/files\/Gemini_Generated_Image_t9q2out9q2out9q2.png?v=1773535902","url":"https:\/\/petroliabloomco.com\/products\/tromboncino","provider":"Petrolia Bloom Co. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}