Cucurbita maxima Jaune Gros de Paris BIO – Organic, large yellow pumpkin

The Cucurbita maxima Jaune Gros de Paris BIO is an organically certified winter squash variety known for its large size, bright yellow skin, and creamy, slightly sweet flesh. This variety is ideal for home gardeners, amateur chefs, and small commercial growers looking for a reliable harvest of organic and flavorful squash. Jaune Gros de Paris BIO combines robust growth, high yield, and long storage, making it a favorite for vegetable gardens, kitchens, and home gardeners.

Thanks to organic cultivation and traditional characteristics, this pumpkin provides a consistent harvest of uniform, flavorful fruits.

Characteristics of the fruits

The fruits of Cucurbita maxima Jaune Gros de Paris BIO are large to very large, often spherical to slightly flattened, and weigh an average of 5 to 12 kilograms. The bright yellow, firm skin protects the flesh from damage and spoilage, making the pumpkin ideal for storage and transport.

The flesh is deep orange, creamy, and slightly sweet, with a fine, soft texture. Its firm texture allows the flesh to remain intact during cooking, roasting, or pureeing. This combination of firmness and flavor makes the variety versatile in both savory and sweet dishes.

Growth and cultivation

The Cucurbita maxima Jaune Gros de Paris BIO grows vigorously with long tendrils and broad, healthy leaves that protect the fruits from sun and wind. This organic variety is robust and reliable, even in changing weather conditions. Jaune Gros de Paris BIO performs best in well-drained, humus-rich soil and is 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: Organic, nutritious, humus-rich, and well-drained; compost promotes fruit set and flavor 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 pumpkins can be kept for several months.

Culinary applications

The flesh of the Jaune Gros de Paris BIO is versatile and flavorful. Its creamy texture and mild, slightly sweet flavor make it ideal for a variety of dishes. Its firm texture keeps the flesh intact when cooked, roasted, or pureed.

Popular applications:

• Creamy pumpkin soup

• Roasted pumpkin cubes

• 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 organic cultivation, large fruits and reliable yield, Jaune Gros de Paris BIO is ideal for gardeners who want to achieve a healthy and impressive harvest.

Why choose Cucurbita maxima Jaune Gros de Paris BIO?

The Jaune Gros de Paris BIO combines organic cultivation, robust growth, high yield, and excellent culinary quality in a single, traditional variety. It's an excellent choice for gardeners and amateur chefs who want a consistent harvest of large, flavorful, and organic pumpkins.

Key benefits:

• Large to very large bright yellow fruits

• Deep orange, creamy and slightly sweet flesh

• Organically certified and sustainably grown

• Robust and reliable growing variety

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

• Good storage quality for winter storage

• Consistent yield and robust performance

With its combination of organic cultivation, size, colour and taste, the Cucurbita maxima Jaune Gros de Paris BIO is a valuable addition to any vegetable garden and kitchen.