Cucurbita maxima Sampson F1 – Hybrid winter squash with high yield and robust quality

The Cucurbita maxima Sampson F1 is a modern F1 hybrid winter squash specifically developed for uniform, reliable fruit and excellent yields. This hybrid variety is ideal for both home gardeners and professional growers seeking a reliable, robust winter squash with excellent culinary uses and a long storage life. The Sampson F1 is known for its deep orange flesh, firm texture, and consistent harvest.

Features and properties

The Sampson F1 belongs to the Cucurbita maxima , a group of winter squashes known for their winter hardiness, robust fruits, and high yield. Key characteristics of this F1 hybrid variety include:

• Round to slightly flattened fruits with smooth, bright orange skin

• Average weight of 4 to 8 kilograms per fruit, ideal for cooking, selling and processing

• Firm, aromatic flesh with a slightly sweet, nutty flavour

• Hybrid traits ensure uniform fruits and consistent harvests

• Strong, robust plants with high resistance to diseases and changing weather conditions

Thanks to its hybrid properties, the Sampson F1 is exceptionally reliable and almost always produces healthy, uniform fruits.

Cultivation and care

The Cucurbita maxima Sampson F1 grows best in a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil. The plant's vigorous vines require ample space. Growing advice:

• Sow indoors or under glass in April-May to ensure a strong start

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

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

• Enrich the soil with compost or well-decomposed organic fertilizer

• Regular watering during flowering and fruiting promotes firm fruits

Its robust growth and high disease resistance make the Sampson F1 suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Culinary applications

The flesh of the Sampson F1 is deep orange, aromatic and firm, making it suitable for a variety of dishes:

• Creamy pumpkin soup and puree

• Roasted pumpkin slices

• Stews and casseroles

• Sweet preparations such as pumpkin pies, muffins or bread

• Can and freeze for later use

The firm texture of the flesh makes the variety ideal for cooking, stewing and baking, making it a versatile pumpkin in the kitchen.

Shelf life

A major advantage of the Sampson F1 is its long shelf life. When harvested at full maturity and stored in a cool, dry place, the fruits can last for several months without loss of quality. This makes the Sampson F1 ideal for long-term consumption, sale, or storage.

Decorative value

Although the Sampson F1 is primarily grown for its culinary properties, the variety also has an ornamental value:

• Bright orange fruits ideal for autumn and winter decoration

• Market and sales presentations

• Creative flower or pumpkin arrangements

The combination of robustness, uniform fruits and attractive colour makes this F1 hybrid variety versatile.