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| From 50 seeds for €0,120 per seed | |
| From 100 seeds for €0,110 per seed | |
| From 250 seeds for €0,096 per seed | |
| From 500 seeds for €0,088 per seed | |
| From 1000 seeds for €0,077 per seed | |
The Cucurbita moschata Maxim F1 is a top-of-the-line F1 hybrid butternut squash, developed for both amateur gardeners and professional growers. This variety combines traditional butternut squash qualities with modern hybrid advantages: fast maturing, robust plants, and high yield. Maxim F1 is known for its aromatic, sweet, and creamy flesh, making it suitable for culinary use, markets, and long-term storage.
Maxim F1 produces large, uniform fruits, typically weighing between 3 and 6 kilograms, with the classic butternut squash shape: an elongated neck and a rounded body. The skin is smooth, firm, and light beige to cream-colored, 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 applications.
Maxim F1 is a robust F1 hybrid that excels in reliability and productivity. The plants develop medium to long vines and strong leaves that protect the fruits from sunburn and desiccation. The variety also offers resistance to common butternut squash diseases, making it suitable for commercial cultivation and hobby gardens.
Important cultivation characteristics:
High-yielding F1 hybrid with uniform fruits
Reliable fruit set and fast ripening
Strong leaf growth protects the fruits
Good resistance to common diseases
Excellent for open field and commercial cultivation
For optimal growth, Maxim F1 requires 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 healthy plants and high fruit quality.
The aromatic and sweet flesh of Maxim F1 is versatile and suitable for a variety of dishes. It's firm enough for roasting, yet becomes soft and buttery when boiled or pureed.
Recommended applications:
Roasted pumpkin cubes or slices
Creamy pumpkin soups
Stews and curries
Puree for pasta, gnocchi or baby food
Baking recipes such as muffins, bread or pumpkin pie
Stuffed pumpkin for presentation at parties
Thanks to the compact seed cavity, the pulp can be used efficiently for domestic and professional cooking.
Maxim F1 has excellent storage qualities. 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 creamier and sweeter, ideal for winter dishes and long-term culinary uses.
High-yielding F1 hybrid with uniform fruits
Sweet, aromatic and creamy flesh
Reliable harvest and fast ripening
Strong resistance to common diseases
Excellent storage quality and versatile culinary applications
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