Cucurbita maxima Orange Bulldog – Robust and tasty winter squash

The Cucurbita maxima Orange Bulldog is a vigorous and high-yielding pumpkin variety known for its striking orange color, firm skin, and creamy, slightly sweet flesh. This winter squash variety is ideal for gardeners, amateur chefs, and small commercial growers seeking a reliable harvest of flavorful and uniform pumpkins. Orange Bulldog combines robust growth, consistent yield, and versatile culinary uses, making it a favorite in both home gardens and kitchens.

Thanks to its reliable properties, Orange Bulldog provides a consistent harvest of uniform, tasty fruits.

Characteristics of the fruits

The fruits of Cucurbita maxima Orange Bulldog are medium to large, often round or slightly flattened, and weigh an average of 4 to 7 kilograms. The skin is deep orange, smooth, and firm, making the fruits highly resistant to damage and spoilage. Their uniform size and color make these pumpkins attractive both for culinary and ornamental use.

The flesh is deep orange, creamy, and slightly sweet, with a fine texture suitable 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 Orange Bulldog grows vigorously with long tendrils and broad leaves that protect the fruit from sun and wind. This variety is robust and reliable, even in changing weather conditions. Orange Bulldog 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: 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 the Orange Bulldog 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 uniform, flavorful fruits, Orange Bulldog is an excellent choice for gardeners who want a consistent harvest.

Why choose Cucurbita maxima Orange Bulldog?

The Orange Bulldog 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 deep orange fruits

• Deep orange, creamy and slightly sweet flesh

• Uniform and high-yielding variety

• 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 colour, flavour and robustness, the Cucurbita maxima Orange Bulldog is a valuable addition to any vegetable garden and kitchen.