Green with brown spots, very beautiful. A Fagtong ancestral variety, it bears flattened, ribbed fruits weighing about 3-5 kg.
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The Big Gold F1 is an impressive hybrid pumpkin variety within the Cucurbita moschata group. This variety was specifically developed for growers seeking large, uniform, and extremely productive butternut squash with excellent shelf life and rich flavor. Big Gold F1 combines the vigor and disease resistance of modern F1 breeding with the classic, aromatic characteristics of traditional butternut squash. The result is a robust and reliable variety ideal for both commercial cultivation and serious home gardeners.
Big Gold F1 is known for its vigorous vine growth and vital leaf structure. The plants develop strong, broad vines that can bear a lot of fruit without sacrificing energy. Thanks to modern breeding, this variety is more resistant to cultivation stress than many open-pollinated varieties.
Important plant characteristics:
Strong, uniform growth
High tolerance to powdery mildew (PM)
Stable fruit set, even in warm summers
Suitable for professional and organic cultivation
The strong growth vigour makes Big Gold F1 suitable for both spacious vegetable gardens and intensive cultivation systems.
As the name suggests, Big Gold F1 produces large butternut squash with a high specific weight and a uniform appearance. The fruits typically weigh 4 to 7 kilograms, depending on growing conditions. This makes the variety particularly suitable for market production, wholesale, and long-term storage.
The shape is classic Muscat: round-oval with deep yet elegant veins. The skin is firm, smooth, and develops warm gold to caramel tones as it ripens—an attractive appearance that stands out particularly well in autumn and winter displays.
The flesh is an intense, deep orange, rich in carotenoids, fiber, and natural sugars. The texture is firm yet creamy, with a distinctly sweet and nutty flavor. This makes Big Gold F1 one of the most culinary-grade butternut squashes in its class.
Like other Cucurbita moschata varieties, Big Gold F1 prefers a warm, sunny location. Sow indoors from late April, or directly outdoors from late May when the soil temperature is above 15°C.
For optimal growth, a nutrient-rich, well-drained soil is ideal. Big Gold F1 responds well to organic fertilizer and a mulch that retains moisture.
Growing tips for maximum yield:
Give the plants plenty of space (min. 1.5–2 m per plant).
Mulch the soil to prevent it from drying out.
Provide water regularly during fruiting and growth.
For record sizes, leave a maximum of a few large fruits per plant.
Thanks to its strong resistance and vigour, Big Gold F1 performs excellently in both warm and temperate climates, and the variety remains vital until the end of the season.
Big Gold F1 is not only large but also exceptionally flavorful. The flesh is fuller and sweeter than many standard butternut squashes and retains its texture when baked, boiled, and roasted.
Recommended culinary uses:
Pumpkin soup with deep, sweet aromas
Roasted pumpkin cubes or slices
Stews and curries
Fresh pasta, gnocchi and sauces
Baking recipes such as muffins, bread and pumpkin pie
Stuffed pumpkin from the oven
Thanks to its small seed cavity, the pulp surface area is high, making Big Gold F1 efficient and versatile in the kitchen.
After curing—a period of one to two weeks in a warm, dry, and well-ventilated place—the fruits can be stored for 4 to 6 months. The skin hardens firmly, keeping the pumpkins well-protected against dehydration and rot.
During storage, the flesh becomes even sweeter as the natural sugars concentrate further.
Huge yield of large nutmeg pumpkins
Deep orange, flavorful flesh
Strong resistance and reliable growth
Ideal for professional and hobby cultivation
Long shelf life and attractive appearance
Versatile in the kitchen and commercially interesting
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