Cucurbita pepo Cinnamon Girl F1 PMT – Handy pumpkin for the perfect pumpkin pie

The Cucurbita pepo Cinnamon Girl F1 PMT is a compact, manageable pumpkin specifically selected for culinary applications, particularly pumpkin pies and other sweet dishes. This variety produces small, roundish fruits weighing 1.5 to 1.8 kg (3.3 to 4.1 lbs), with beautiful color, attractive ribbing, and a distinctive stem, making the pumpkins both visually appealing and functional in the kitchen.

Thanks to its PMT resistance (mildew tolerant), Cinnamon Girl F1 grows healthily and productively, ensuring gardeners can count on a reliable harvest and excellent flesh quality.

Striking fruits: handy and culinary versatile

The fruits of Cinnamon Girl F1 are perfectly balanced in size and weight, ideal for preparing individual portions of pumpkin pie or smaller culinary creations. The round, compact shape makes the variety particularly user-friendly for:

• Pumpkin pies and pastries

• Roasted pumpkin and side dishes

• Portion-by-portion culinary preparations

The variety places particular emphasis on the quality of its flesh, with a sweet, soft texture that lends itself well to recipes. The name "Cinnamon Girl" refers to the traditional combination of pumpkin and cinnamon in delicious autumn pastries.

Growth form and plant behaviour

Cinnamon Girl F1 grows as a compact climber, making the plants easy to manage and space-saving. This compact habit is ideal for:

• Urban vegetable gardens and small gardens

• Greenhouses and raised beds

• Intensive cultivation with multiple plants per square meter

The combination of compact growth and abundant fruiting ensures that the plants are highly productive, even in limited space. For optimal fruit development, a location of 1–2 m² per plant is recommended.

Cultivation and sowing method

Cinnamon Girl F1 thrives best in warm, well-drained soil with ample sunlight. The following methods can be used for successful cultivation:

• Pre-cultivation from the end of April, followed by planting out after the last night frost

• Sow directly from early May, as soon as the soil has warmed up sufficiently

The optimal germination temperature is between 24–30°C. Sow the seeds with the pointed end down or flat and keep the soil slightly moist. After germination, the young plants should be placed in a brighter, cooler location to promote strong, healthy growth.

The ripening time is approximately 90 days, making Cinnamon Girl F1 an early harvest variety, perfect for the start of the autumn season and the start of culinary preparations.

Diseases and pests

Thanks to PMT resistance, Cinnamon Girl F1 is less susceptible to powdery mildew. Potential pests and diseases include:

• Snails

• Birds

• Mice

• Aphids

• Mildew (limited by PMT)

• Viruses

Sufficient planting distance, good air circulation and correct water management keep the plant healthy and productive.

Uses and applications

The versatility of Cucurbita pepo Cinnamon Girl F1 PMT makes the variety suitable for:

• Culinary uses: perfect for pumpkin pies, pastries, casseroles and side dishes

• Decoration: the round, colorful fruits are also suitable for autumn decoration

• Hobby and commercial cultivation: uniform, compact fruits ideal for markets and sales

The combination of compact growth, abundant fruit set, and high-quality flesh makes Cinnamon Girl F1 PMT an excellent choice for gardeners who want to grow both ornamental and edible pumpkins.