Cucurbita maxima Gustar F1 – High-yielding, tasty winter squash

The Cucurbita maxima Gustar F1 is a hybrid winter squash known for its reliable yield, uniform fruits, and creamy, sweet flesh. This variety is ideal for home gardeners, amateur chefs, and commercial growers seeking a consistent harvest of medium- to large-sized squash with excellent culinary qualities. Gustar F1 combines robust growth, high productivity, and long storage quality, making it a favorite for both home gardens and professional kitchens.

Thanks to its hybrid characteristics, this pumpkin provides a consistent harvest of uniform, flavorful fruits, ideal for both home use and sales.

Characteristics of the fruits

Gustar F1 fruits are medium to large, often spherical to slightly flattened, and weigh an average of 3 to 6 kilograms. The glossy, golden-orange skin protects the flesh and gives the pumpkin an attractive appearance for both decorative and culinary use.

The flesh is deep orange, creamy, and slightly sweet, with a fine texture that's excellent for a variety of savory and sweet dishes. Its firm texture makes it ideal for purees, soups, stews, or casseroles, while its creamy flavor shines through whether young or mature.

Growth and cultivation

The Cucurbita maxima Gustar F1 grows vigorously with long tendrils and broad leaves that protect the fruits from sun and wind. The variety is robust and offers a reliable yield, even in changing weather conditions. As a hybrid variety, Gustar F1 has excellent resistance to common diseases and a uniform growth pattern, making it suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Cultivation advice:

• Sowing: Sow indoors from April; plant out after the last frost.

• Outdoor sowing: Possible from the end of May at a soil temperature ≥15°C.

• Position: Full sun, warm and sheltered from strong winds.

• Planting distance: 1.5 to 2 meters per plant to allow sufficient space for tendrils and fruit development.

• Soil: Nutritious, humus-rich and well-drained; compost promotes fruit set and flavour development.

• Water: Water regularly, especially during fruiting and dry periods.

The fruits ripen late in the season and are ready for harvest when the skins harden completely and the stems begin to cork. When stored properly, the fruits can be kept for several months.

Culinary applications

The flesh of Gustar F1 is versatile and exceptionally flavorful. Its creamy texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor make it ideal for a variety of dishes. Its firm texture keeps the flesh intact during cooking, roasting, or pureeing.

Popular applications:

• Creamy pumpkin soup

• Roasted pumpkin cubes from the oven

• Stews and curries

• Pumpkin puree, gnocchi or ravioli filling

• Sweet preparations such as pumpkin pie, muffins or bread

• Stuffed pumpkin with grains, vegetables or meat

Thanks to its reliable yield and uniform fruits, Gustar F1 is an excellent choice for gardeners who want a consistent harvest of high-quality pumpkins.

Why choose Cucurbita maxima Gustar F1?

The Gustar F1 combines high yield, robust growth, and excellent culinary quality in one versatile variety. It's an excellent choice for gardeners and amateur chefs who want a reliable harvest of flavorful, uniform pumpkins.

Key benefits:

• Medium to large golden orange fruits

• Deep orange, creamy and slightly sweet flesh

• Hybrid variety with high yield and uniform fruits

• Robust and reliable growing variety

• Versatile in the kitchen – suitable for savoury and sweet dishes

• Good storage quality for several months of storage

With its combination of flavour, yield and robustness, the Cucurbita maxima Gustar F1 is a valuable addition to any vegetable garden and kitchen.