Honshu F1
E 88.040
| Growing area | : | Australia |
| Market aim | : | Fresh market with some storage |
| Shape | : | Flat round with small ribs |
| Colour | : | Mottled green with yellow flecks |
| Size | : | 4,5-5,5 kg (25 x 15 cm) |
| Type | : | Vine (medium-late maturity) |
Honshu is a large sized Kent pumpkin (sold in Australia as Jackaroo). The vine stays green longer than any standard. The yield is often 50% higher than any competitors’ standard, due to the stronger plant. The fruit are large, have some storage potential and fruit uniformity is outstanding.