Cucurbita pepo Neon F1 – Compact Halloween pumpkin with a highly decorative effect

Cucurbita pepo Neon F1 is a beautiful, brightly colored pumpkin that is perfect for Halloween decorations and autumn arrangements. This variety combines compact growth with firm, uniformly shaped fruits of 3–5 kg, making it ideal for gardens with limited space. Neon F1 stands out for its intense color development, from bright yellow at first growth to deep orange at full maturity, making it a visually appealing eye-catcher in any garden or on a porch.

Key Features

Neon F1 is a medium-sized Halloween pumpkin with a uniform weight of 3–5 kg and firm, compact, rounded fruits. The variety develops from yellow to bright orange, maintaining its ornamental value throughout the growing season. The fruits have a firm texture, making them ideal for enduring autumn decorations.

• Fruit weight: 3–5 kg

• Shape: Round to slightly rounded

• Color: Yellow to deep orange

• Ranking behavior: Moderate ranking

• Use: Decorative, less suitable for consumption

Decorative applications

Thanks to its bright orange color and compact growth, Neon F1 is particularly suitable for Halloween decorations, table decorations, and autumn flower arrangements. The firm, highly ornamental fruits retain their beauty for a long time and are perfect for children to decorate or hollow out. Its moderately vining growth habit makes the variety easy to manage, even in limited space, while the uniform fruits deliver a consistent and attractive result.

Cultivation and care

Neon F1 grows compactly and moderately trailing, making the plants easy to care for and providing ample space for several plants per square meter. Optimal growth occurs in warm, well-drained soil, and the variety can be grown either pre-grown or directly sown.

• Sowing period: From the end of April for planting out, or sow directly from the beginning of May

• Optimal germination: 24–30 °C

• Sowing method: Place the pointed end of the seed downwards or lay it flat.

• Seed moisture: Do not keep too moist

• After germination: Place young plants in a lighter, cooler spot

Harvest and ripening

Neon F1 matures in approximately 85 days, making it a relatively early variety. This allows for early harvesting in the season, with a uniform, decorative crop. The fruits are firm and keep well, making them ideal for autumn decorations and temporary storage before use.

Space requirements

The moderately vining growth of Neon F1 requires ample space for healthy development. Gardeners can allow for approximately 2 m² per plant, depending on the available garden space and the number of plants they intend to grow. However, thanks to its compact growth pattern, Neon F1 also integrates well into smaller gardens without overgrowing other plants.