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The Cucurbita moschata New England Cheddar F1 is a high-quality F1 hybrid butternut squash popular with both home gardeners and professional growers. This variety combines uniform, colorful fruits, robust growth, and high yields with the classic butternut squash flavor. New England Cheddar F1 stands out for its bright orange skin, sweet and creamy flesh, and excellent culinary versatility.
New England Cheddar F1 produces large, uniform berries, usually weighing between 4 and 6 kilograms, with a classic butternut squash shape: a round belly and a short neck. The striking bright orange skin makes the berries not only decorative but also attractive for sale and display.
The flesh is deep orange, creamy, sweet, and aromatic, with a delicate nutty flavor. Thanks to the compact seed cavity, a large portion of the fruit is edible, making it an effective addition to a variety of dishes.
New England Cheddar F1 is an F1 hybrid that excels in reliable yields, uniform fruit quality, and rapid ripening. The plants develop medium-sized to long vines with sturdy leaves that protect the fruit from sunburn and desiccation. This variety also offers good resistance to common diseases, making it suitable for both commercial and hobby cultivation.
Important cultivation characteristics:
High-yielding F1 hybrid with uniform, bright orange fruits
Reliable fruit set and fast ripening
Strong leaf growth protects the fruits
Heat resistant and resistant to common diseases
Ideal for open ground, hobby and commercial cultivation
For optimal growth, New England Cheddar F1 requires full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Sow indoors from April or outdoors from late May, as soon as the soil temperature is above 15°C. Regular watering and mulch promote healthy plants and high fruit quality.
The sweet, creamy, and aromatic flesh of New England Cheddar F1 is exceptionally versatile in the kitchen. The firm flesh is suitable for roasting, boiling, or pureeing, adding a refined flavor to a variety of dishes.
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 and parties
The compact seed cavity allows for efficient use of the pulp, ideal for domestic and professional cooking.
New England Cheddar F1 has excellent storage qualities. After a short curing period, the berries can be stored for up to four months in a cool, dry place. As the fruit matures, its flavor deepens and the flesh becomes even sweeter and creamier, perfect for winter dishes and long-term culinary uses.
F1 hybrid with uniform, bright orange fruits
Sweet, aromatic and creamy flesh
Reliable harvest and fast ripening
Robust plants with resistance to common diseases
Excellent storage quality and versatile culinary applications
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