Cucurbita maxima Porcelain Doll F1 – Elegant white winter squash with excellent yield

The Cucurbita maxima Porcelain Doll F1 is a modern F1 hybrid winter squash that immediately stands out with its beautiful, porcelain-white skin and impressive growth. This variety combines high yield, uniform fruits, and excellent shelf life, making it a favorite among both home gardeners and professional growers. With its striking appearance and firm, aromatic flesh, the Porcelain Doll F1 is an ideal choice for both culinary and ornamental use in the fall and winter.

Unique features of the Porcelain Doll F1

The Porcelain Doll F1 belongs to the Cucurbita maxima , known for its robust winter squashes with large fruit weights. This hybrid was specifically developed for uniform results and reliable yields:

• Round to slightly flattened fruits with smooth, porcelain-white skin

• Average weight of 5 to 10 kilograms per fruit

• Firm, deep orange flesh with a sweet, nutty flavor

• Strong plants that bear large, healthy fruits

• Hybrid traits ensure consistent harvests and high resistance to common diseases

The result is a pump elegance that stands out in the vegetable garden as well as at the market or in decorative settings.

Cultivation and care

The Porcelain Doll F1 is a heat-loving winter squash that prefers sunny locations and fertile, well-drained soil. Due to the vigorous growth of its vines, sufficient space is important. Growing advice:

• Sow indoors in April-May or under glass for a head start

• Plant out after the Ice Saints, when soil temperatures are above 15°C

• Keep a distance of 1.5 to 2 meters per plant for optimal air circulation

• Enrich the soil with compost or organic fertilizer

• Regular watering, especially during flowering and fruiting

The Porcelain Doll F1 is less sensitive to cold and stress, allowing even novice gardeners to achieve successful harvests.

Culinary versatility

The flesh of the Porcelain Doll F1 is firm, deep orange, and slightly sweet. It retains its texture well during cooking and has a full flavor, making it ideal for a variety of dishes:

• Creamy pumpkin soup

• Pumpkin puree for savory or sweet dishes

• Stews and casseroles

• Pumpkin pies, muffins and bread

• Roasted pumpkin slices

The uniform size and firm skin make the fruits easy to process and store.

Decorative applications

The porcelain-white skin makes the Porcelain Doll F1 particularly attractive for decoration. The smooth, light color lasts a long time, making this pumpkin ideal for:

• Autumn and winter decorations

• Market and sales presentations

• Garden shows and thematic events

• Modern, elegant pumpkin decorations

The breed offers both aesthetic value and practical functionality, making it versatile.

Shelf life

A key advantage of this F1 hybrid is its long storage life. Fully ripe fruits can be stored for months in a cool, dry place without loss of quality. This allows growers and retailers to enjoy their harvest for a long time.