Cucurbita maxima Mini Green Hubbard – Compact and tasty winter squash

The Cucurbita maxima Mini Green Hubbard is a unique winter squash variety known for its compact size, green skin, and creamy, slightly sweet flesh. This variety is ideal for gardeners, amateur chefs, and small commercial growers who want a reliable harvest of flavorful, ornamental squash. The Mini Green Hubbard combines robust growth, high yield, and versatile culinary uses, making it a favorite for both vegetable gardens and kitchens.

Thanks to its compact size and robust properties, this pumpkin provides a constant harvest of uniform, tasty fruits, also suitable for smaller gardens or limited space.

Characteristics of the fruits

The fruits of Cucurbita maxima Mini Green Hubbard are small to medium-sized, often round to oval, and weigh an average of 1 to 3 kilograms. The green skin is firm and durable, which protects against damage and spoilage. Their compact shape makes these pumpkins ideal for storage, transport, and use in smaller households.

The flesh is deep orange, creamy, and slightly sweet, with a fine texture that's perfect for a variety of culinary uses. Its firm texture keeps the flesh intact during cooking, roasting, or pureeing, making it ideal for both savory and sweet dishes.

Growth and cultivation

The Cucurbita maxima Mini Green Hubbard grows vigorously with short to medium-sized tendrils and broad leaves that protect the fruits from sun and wind. This variety is robust and reliable, even in changing weather conditions. Mini Green Hubbard 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 to 1.5 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 pumpkins can be kept for several months.

Culinary applications

The flesh of the Mini Green Hubbard 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 from the oven

• Stews and curries

• Pumpkin puree, gnocchi or ravioli filling

• Sweet dishes such as pumpkin pie, muffins or bread

• Stuffed pumpkin with grains, vegetables or meat

Its compact size, robust growth, and flavorful flesh make Mini Green Hubbard an excellent choice for gardeners with limited space who still want a reliable, tasty harvest.

Why choose Cucurbita maxima Mini Green Hubbard?

The Mini Green Hubbard combines compact growth, robust characteristics, and excellent culinary quality in one versatile variety. It's an excellent choice for gardeners and amateur chefs who want a consistent harvest of flavorful, decorative, and compact pumpkins.

Key benefits:

• Small to medium sized green fruits

• Deep orange, creamy and slightly sweet flesh

• Compact and suitable for smaller gardens

• 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 compact growth, flavor, and versatility, the Cucurbita maxima Mini Green Hubbard is a valuable addition to any vegetable garden and kitchen.