Cucurbita maxima Mr. Fugly F1 – Unique and robust winter squash

Cucurbita maxima Mr. Fugly F1 is a striking and unique squash variety known for its distinctive appearance, high yield, and creamy, slightly sweet flesh. This hybrid winter squash variety is ideal for home gardeners, amateur chefs, and small commercial growers seeking a reliable harvest of flavorful and visually striking squash. Mr. Fugly F1 combines robust growth, consistent yields, and versatile culinary uses, making it a favorite for both home gardens and kitchens.

Thanks to its hybrid characteristics, Mr. Fugly F1 offers a consistent harvest of uniform, flavorful, and characterful fruits.

Characteristics of the fruits

The fruits of Cucurbita maxima Mr. Fugly F1 are medium to large, often with a jagged, knobby, or unusual shape that gives the variety its name. The skin is deep orange to greenish-orange, firm, and durable, making the fruits highly resistant to damage and spoilage. The fruits typically weigh between 3 and 6 kilograms, making them suitable for both culinary and ornamental use.

The flesh is deep orange, creamy, and slightly sweet, with a fine, soft texture ideal for a variety of dishes. 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 Mr. Fugly F1 grows vigorously with long tendrils and broad leaves that protect the fruits from sun and wind. As a hybrid variety, Mr. Fugly 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 Mr. Fugly F1 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 preparations such as pumpkin pie, muffins or bread

• Stuffed pumpkin with grains, vegetables or meat

Thanks to its reliable yield and striking, flavorful fruits, Mr. Fugly F1 is an excellent choice for gardeners who want a harvest that is both culinary and visually unique.

Why choose Cucurbita maxima Mr. Fugly F1?

Mr. Fugly F1 combines decorative, whimsical appearance, 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, and unique pumpkins.

Key benefits:

• Medium to large deep orange fruits with an irregular shape

• Deep orange, creamy and slightly sweet flesh

• Decorative and culinary versatile

• Hybrid variety with uniform yield

• Robust and reliable growing variety

• Good storage quality for several months of storage

With its combination of unique shape, flavor, and robustness, the Cucurbita maxima Mr. Fugly F1 is a valuable addition to any vegetable garden and kitchen.