Produce Briefs...
White Corn
White corn is a sweet corn variety. Its ears are wrapped in tightly layered pale lime green to white husks. One ear of corn can contain up to 400 kernels growing in rows lengthwise.
Cantaloupe Melon
The cantaloupe is defined by two elements: its roughly netted stone and green colored skin and its aromatic orange-coral colored flesh. When perfectly ripe, the flesh is juicy, unctuous and sweet.
Seasons/Availability
Pumpkins are available early October through November. Mini-White Pumpkins add festive charm during fall holidays including Thanksgiving and Christmas. This cute variety makes ideal little ghost pumpkins for Halloween.
Description/Taste
A creamy off-white color, these pumpkin darlings are about four inches in diameter and a perfect size for ornamental displays. The edible firm flesh has a mild taste but because of the small size, this variety is usually not eaten. Mini white pumpkins are primarily favored for their festive decor qualities.
Nutritional Value
Pumpkin contains vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, dietary fiber and some iron.
Applications
Not recommended for eating because of its small size, this small pumpkin is ideal for holiday crafts and centerpieces. For aesthetic contrast, use both white and orange mini pumpkins. Add to holiday gift baskets along with mini Indian corn and colorful gourds. A perfect Halloween handout for trick and treaters.
Geography/History
Horticulturally, there are several reasons for the many different shapes and colors of pumpkins now available. Weather definitely has an effect and because pumpkins first grew in cooler northern climates, pumpkins growing in these areas today are regarded as "traditional". As people ventured out and moved into different parts of the United States, pumpkin seeds adapted to various climates, resulting in several new species.
Pumpkins are available early October through November. Mini-White Pumpkins add festive charm during fall holidays including Thanksgiving and Christmas. This cute variety makes ideal little ghost pumpkins for Halloween.
Description/Taste
A creamy off-white color, these pumpkin darlings are about four inches in diameter and a perfect size for ornamental displays. The edible firm flesh has a mild taste but because of the small size, this variety is usually not eaten. Mini white pumpkins are primarily favored for their festive decor qualities.
Nutritional Value
Pumpkin contains vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, dietary fiber and some iron.
Applications
Not recommended for eating because of its small size, this small pumpkin is ideal for holiday crafts and centerpieces. For aesthetic contrast, use both white and orange mini pumpkins. Add to holiday gift baskets along with mini Indian corn and colorful gourds. A perfect Halloween handout for trick and treaters.
Geography/History
Horticulturally, there are several reasons for the many different shapes and colors of pumpkins now available. Weather definitely has an effect and because pumpkins first grew in cooler northern climates, pumpkins growing in these areas today are regarded as "traditional". As people ventured out and moved into different parts of the United States, pumpkin seeds adapted to various climates, resulting in several new species.
