Bears early and quite abundantly very beautiful, ribbed fruits in a balanced shape and size, weighing approx. 3-5 kg.
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| From 50 seeds for €0,180 per seed | |
| From 100 seeds for €0,165 per seed | |
| From 250 seeds for €0,128 per seed | |
| From 500 seeds for €0,120 per seed | |
| From 1000 seeds for €0,110 per seed | |
The Cucurbita moschata Mathilda is a high-quality butternut squash, beloved by both home gardeners and professional growers. This variety is known for its aromatic, sweet flesh, reliable harvest, and robust growth, making it suitable for culinary use, markets, and winter storage. Mathilda combines the classic characteristics of butternut squash with excellent cultivation characteristics and a high yield per plant.
Mathilda produces large, uniform fruits, usually weighing between 3 and 6 kilograms, with a classic butternut squash shape: an elongated neck and a rounded body. The skin is smooth, firm, and light beige to orange, making the fruits both visually appealing and practical for processing.
The flesh is deep orange, creamy, aromatic, and sweet, with a delicate nutty flavor. The compact seed cavity provides a high edible weight, making the flesh suitable for a variety of culinary uses.
Mathilda belongs to the Cucurbita moschata family, meaning the plants are heat-hardy, robust, and disease-resistant, particularly to common butternut squash diseases such as powdery mildew. The plants develop medium-sized to long vines and strong leaves, which protect the fruits from sunburn and desiccation.
Important cultivation characteristics:
High-yielding nutmeg pumpkin with uniform fruits
Reliable fruit set and consistent harvest
Strong leaf growth protects the fruits
Heat resistant and resistant to common diseases
Suitable for open ground and commercial cultivation
For optimal growth, Mathilda needs full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Sow indoors from April or outdoors from late May, once the soil temperature is consistently above 15°C. Regular watering and mulching promote fruit quality and yield.
The Mathilda's aromatic and sweet flesh is exceptionally versatile in the kitchen. The firm flesh is suitable for roasting, boiling, or pureeing.
Recommended applications:
Roasted pumpkin cubes or slices
Creamy pumpkin soups
Stews, curries and casseroles
Puree for pasta, gnocchi or baby food
Baking recipes such as muffins, bread or pumpkin pie
Stuffed pumpkin for presentation at parties
The compact seed cavity allows for efficient use of the pulp, ideal for domestic and professional cooking.
Mathilda keeps very well. After a short curing period, the fruits can be stored for up to four months in a cool, dry place. During storage, the flavor deepens and the flesh becomes even sweeter and creamier, making the pumpkin ideal for winter dishes and long-term culinary uses.
High-yielding nutmeg pumpkin with uniform fruits
Sweet, aromatic and creamy flesh
Robust plants with reliable harvests
Strong resistance to common diseases
Excellent storage quality and versatile culinary applications
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