Cucurbita maxima Polar Bear F1 – Professional F1 pumpkin variety with bright white skin and excellent storage quality

The Cucurbita maxima Polar Bear F1 is a modern hybrid winter squash variety specifically developed for gardeners seeking uniform, bright white fruits with a long storage life. This F1 variety is known for its vigorous growth, high yield, and reliable performance, both in home gardens and in professional cultivation systems. Its striking white skin makes it unique and particularly popular for autumn and winter decorations, but the Polar Bear F1 also offers firm, flavorful flesh that is excellent for numerous culinary uses.

Characteristic features

The Polar Bear F1 belongs to the Cucurbita maxima , a group known for its firm winter squashes with high culinary potential. This F1 hybrid variety clearly distinguishes itself from traditional pumpkin varieties with its brilliant white skin, which remains exceptionally white even after harvesting. The fruits are round to slightly flattened and weigh an average of 6 to 10 kilograms, making them ideal for both decoration and cooking.

In addition to its uniform fruits, the Polar Bear F1 is known for:

• Very strong plants that can withstand changing weather conditions

• Good fruit set, even in cooler summers

• High resistance to common diseases

• Excellent shelf life, with fruits remaining fresh for months

Thanks to its hybrid properties, this variety is very reliable and almost always produces beautiful, even pumpkins.

Cultivation and growing conditions

The Cucurbita maxima Polar Bear F1 is a heat-loving plant that appreciates full sun and fertile soil. Due to its vigorous growth, the plant requires ample space. For optimal results, gardeners can follow these guidelines:

• Sow from late April to May in pots indoors or under glass

• Plant out after the Ice Saints when the soil temperature is above 15°C

• A planting distance of 1.5 to 2 meters for sufficient air circulation and growth

• A soil enriched with compost or organic fertilizer for an energetic start

• Regular and even watering, especially during flowering and fruiting

The Polar Bear F1 is less sensitive to weather fluctuations than many traditional pumpkin varieties, making it easy for even novice gardeners to achieve success.

Culinary qualities

Although the Polar Bear F1 is often chosen for its appearance, the flesh also offers high quality. The pumpkin contains:

• Firm, light orange flesh

• A mild, slightly sweet taste

• A texture that remains both creamy and cut-resistant

This makes the breed suitable for numerous dishes, such as:

• Classic pumpkin soup

• Roasted pumpkin from the oven

• Stews

• Pumpkin puree

• Sweet pastries such as cake, bread or muffins

The uniform shape and firm skin make Polar Bear F1 easy to use, both in the kitchen and during storage.

Decorative use

The name "Polar Bear" says it all: this pumpkin is snow-white, making it exceptionally attractive for decorative purposes. The fruits retain their white color remarkably long, even after exposure to sunlight. This makes the Polar Bear F1 ideal for:

• Autumn and winter decorations

• Market presentations

• Garden shows

• Theme parties

• Christmas markets

The sleek, white look gives a modern and elegant twist to traditional pumpkin decorations.

Shelf life and storage

One of the practical advantages of this F1 variety is its long shelf life. When harvested when fully ripe and stored dry in a cool place, the fruits can be kept for months without loss of quality. This makes the Polar Bear F1 suitable for long-term storage and sale in late autumn and winter.