Seminole Pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) Outdoor and Zebra Longwings

and Zebra Longwings

Tallamy awakened thousands of readers to an urgent situation: wildlife populations are in decline because the native plants they depend on are fast disappearing

summer and fall

making it an excellent addition to wildlife-friendly gardens or natural areas

A single-stem perennial that can grow up to 3 feet tall

Seminole Pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) Outdoor and Zebra LongwingsSeminole pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) is a vigorous, heat tolerant vine that thrives in Floridas hot, humid conditions and sandy, well drained soil. Though not native, it has adapted well to the region and was traditionally cultivated by the Creek and Miccosukee peoples. This tan colored fruit with deep orange flesh is compact, round, and exceptionally sweetoften compared to butternut squash but with a richer flavor. Ideal for USDA zones 810, it