Cucurbita pepo Renegade F1 PMT – Robust, dark orange pumpkin with excellent shelf life

Cucurbita pepo Renegade F1 PMT is an impressive variety among edible pumpkins, distinguished by its firm, robust fruits and compact, short vines. This variety has proven itself in trials as a reliable, productive, and high-quality variety. The fruits are beautifully shaped, ribbed, and solid, making them both visually appealing and practically useful.

Renegade F1 produces dark orange pumpkins weighing 7–8 kg (15–17 lbs) with a diameter of approximately 25 cm (10 in). The firm skin and weight ensure excellent post-harvest shelf life, making the pumpkins ideal for both home consumption and commercial sale.

Sturdy, solid and culinary versatility

Renegade F1 fruits are not only visually appealing but also culinary-friendly. The firm flesh is perfect for:

• Pumpkin soup

• Oven dishes and gratins

• Stuffed pumpkins

• Purees and side dishes

The combination of a robust skin and sturdy stem makes this pumpkin ideal for whole use or for decorative display in the kitchen. Its compact size of 25 cm in diameter makes it easy to handle, despite its weight of 7–8 kg.

Compact growth with short tendrils

Renegade F1 PMT grows with short tendrils, making the variety manageable and easy to maintain. This is ideal for:

• small to medium-sized vegetable gardens

• raised beds and intensive cultivation

• hobby gardeners who have little space

Despite its compact growth, Renegade F1 produces large, uniform fruits with a beautiful ribbed structure and strong stem, ensuring reliable, high-quality harvests.

Maturation and yield

With a maturation period of 90–95 days, Renegade F1 is a mid-early variety. This makes it possible to obtain high-quality, ready-to-harvest pumpkins in a single season. The combination of short vines, firm fruits, and robust skin ensures a long shelf life, allowing the pumpkins to be stored longer after harvest.

Growing instructions for optimal results

Sowing

• Pre-sowing: from the end of April indoors or in a heated greenhouse.

• Sow directly outdoors: from early May in well-drained, warm soil.

• Optimal germination temperature: 24–30 °C.

• Insert seeds with the pointed side down or lay them flat.

• Keep the soil slightly moist, but never too wet, to prevent rot and mold.

After germination, the seedlings should be placed in a bright, cool place to develop strong, compact plants.

Planting out

C. pepo thrives best in a warm, sunny spot with fertile, well-drained soil. For Renegade F1 PMT, a planting distance of 1–2 m² per plant is recommended, so the plants have enough space for healthy leaf development and fruit set.

Decorative and culinary applications

Renegade F1 PMT is a versatile variety with both ornamental value and culinary potential:

• Decorative: The dark orange, ribbed pumpkins are attractive in autumn arrangements, market displays and table decorations.

• Culinary: ideal for pumpkin puree, soup, casseroles and stuffed pumpkins.

• Handy size: 25 cm diameter makes the fruits easy to handle, despite their massive weight of 7–8 kg.

The combination of sturdiness, compact growth and edible quality makes Renegade F1 PMT a reliable and versatile choice for any gardener.

Conclusion

Cucurbita pepo Renegade F1 PMT is a high-quality edible pumpkin with firm flesh, robust skin, and a beautiful ribbed texture. Thanks to its short vines, compact growth, and excellent shelf life, this variety is perfect for home gardens, commercial cultivation, and culinary use. Renegade F1 PMT delivers reliable harvests of dark, solid pumpkins that are both visually appealing and edible.