Cucurbita pepo Barrel F1 PMT – Powerful orange pumpkin with high resistance

The Cucurbita pepo Barrel F1 PMT is a high-quality F1 hybrid pumpkin, particularly valued for its vigorous growth, excellent resistance, and beautiful, uniform fruits. This variety was specifically developed for both professional growers and experienced home gardeners seeking a reliable, productive, and strong plant. With its robust, vining growth, powdery mildew resistance (PMT), and impressive fruit quality, Barrel F1 PMT is a valuable addition to any vegetable garden or commercial crop.

Characteristic fruits: dark orange, lightly ribbed and uniform in shape

Barrel F1 produces round to slightly flattened pumpkins weighing approximately 8 kg per fruit. The fruits have dark orange skin, are lightly ribbed, and present a very attractive, classic pumpkin appearance. The stem is well-proportioned, sturdy, and not too long, ensuring a robust harvest that withstands handling, transport, and storage.

Their consistent quality makes these pumpkins ideal for sale at markets, farm shops, or direct marketing. Barrel F1 also offers reliable quality and an attractive appearance for processing, decoration, or culinary use.

Strong growth and high productivity

The Barrel F1 PMT is a trailing plant, meaning it spreads across the ground and requires space. A mature plant produces an average of 2–3 large fruits, depending on growing conditions, fertilization, and care. Its vigorous growth and broad adaptability make the variety suitable for a wide range of growing conditions, provided it has sufficient space and warmth.

For optimal cultivation, 1–2 square meters per plant is recommended. This gives the vines ample room to develop and allows the fruits to develop beautifully without disruption.

Powdery Mildew Resistance (PMT): less susceptible to disease

One of the major advantages of Barrel F1 PMT is its resistance to powdery mildew, a common fungal disease that strikes primarily in warm and humid weather. This resistance keeps the plant more vigorous throughout the season and limits yield losses. This makes the variety particularly attractive to growers seeking a robust harvest with less reliance on crop protection products.

Besides powdery mildew, pests and diseases such as snails, birds, mice, aphids, and viruses can also occur. Therefore, prevention and regular inspection remain important.

Growing tips: heat-loving C. pepo for a successful harvest

Cucurbita pepo grows best in warm, well-drained soil. There are two cultivation methods:

• Pre-cultivation & planting out: sow from the end of April

• Sow directly in the open ground: from the beginning of May, as soon as the soil temperature is sufficiently high

The optimal germination temperature is between 24 and 30°C. Sow the seeds pointed side down or lay them flat in the soil. It's important that the soil isn't too moist to prevent rot. After germination, the plant should be placed in a bright, cooler spot to prevent stretching.

From sowing to harvest, the maturation time is approximately 95 days, making this hybrid a relatively early and very reliable pumpkin.

Suitable for both professional and hobby growers

Thanks to its vigorous growth, stability, and resilience, Cucurbita pepo Barrel F1 PMT is ideal for a variety of cultivation systems. Professional growers appreciate its uniformity and reliable yield, while home gardeners enjoy its robustness and impressive orange fruits. With the right preparation and sufficient space, Barrel F1 produces beautiful pumpkins that guarantee a bountiful harvest and a colorful display in the garden.