Cucurbita pepo Orbis F1 mixture – Decorative and robust patissons

Cucurbita pepo Orbis F1 mixture is a highly decorative, colorful patisson mix that offers gardeners a beautiful variety of shapes and colors. This formula blend contains distinct colors, including pure white, and produces strikingly shaped fruits ranging from 12 to 20 cm. Orbis F1 is robust and has a long shelf life, making it suitable for both garden decoration and culinary use.

Key Features

Orbis F1 mixture is known for its beautiful, eye-catching fruits. Some patissons have more pronounced "fingers," which contribute to a decorative look in the garden, on the patio, or on the dining table. The fruits are robust and keep well, meaning they remain decorative for a long time and are suitable for both eating and ornamental purposes.

• Fruit size: 12–20 cm

• Use: Decorative patissons, suitable for consumption

• Maturation period: 80–85 days

• Growth habit: Bushy, compact

• Planting distance: approximately 1 m² per plant

Culinary applications

Orbis F1 patissons are perfect for cooking. These young fruits can be processed, baked, steamed, or stuffed like zucchini for creative individual dishes. Their robust texture makes them ideal for stuffed dishes, while the diverse colors create a visually appealing presentation.

Thanks to their firm skin and excellent shelf life, patissons can be stored for longer, which is convenient for home cooks who want to spread their harvest. Whether it's soups, stews, or baked treats, the Orbis F1 mix offers flexibility and flavor in every dish.

Cultivation and care

Cucurbita pepo Orbis F1 mixture grows best in warm, well-drained soil. For an early start, the variety can be pre-grown and planted out later, or sown directly in the ground from early May. The seeds germinate optimally at 24–30°C. After germination, it is recommended to place the young plants in a brighter, cooler location to promote healthy, strong growth.

• Sowing period: End of April for planting out, or sow directly from early May

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

• Seed moisture: Do not keep seeds too moist

Orbis F1 patissons have a compact, bushy growth habit, providing approximately 1 m² per plant. This makes the mix perfect for smaller gardens, balconies, or patios, while still achieving maximum yield and variety.

Harvest and ripening

With a ripening period of 80–85 days, Orbis F1 delivers early and reliable results. The fruits retain their shape, color, and firmness, making them immediately ready for use or decoration. The variety's variety of colors and shapes creates a stunning visual effect, making it a favorite with flower arrangers and ornamental gardens.

Benefits of Orbis F1 mixture

1. Decorative, colorful mix – including white and other striking colors.

2. Robust and durable – suitable for extended storage and long-lasting decoration.

3. Compact, bushy growth – ideal for smaller gardens and limited space.

4. Culinarily versatile – young fruits can be used like courgettes or stuffed.

5. Early and reliable harvest – 80–85 days to maturity.