Cucurbita pepo Secretariat F1 PMT – vigorous, productive cutting pumpkin with striking colour and shape

Cucurbita pepo Secretariat F1 PMT is an impressive, high-quality pumpkin variety known for its vigorous growth, attractive fruit presentation, and excellent yield. Thanks to its uniformity, flavorful flesh, and striking appearance, this F1 hybrid variety is popular with both professional growers and enthusiastic home gardeners. The combination of short vines, reliable production, and decorative appearance makes Secretariat F1 PMT one of the most versatile cutting pumpkins in the Cucurbita pepo category.

Strikingly beautiful fruits: intense in color and beautifully ribbed

Secretariat F1 PMT immediately stands out with its flattened, round shape, intense orange color, and deep, even ribbing. The strong, robust stem gives the fruit a robust, traditional appearance, making it ideal for sale to consumers, for market stalls, or as a decorative pumpkin in the autumn.

The fruits reach an average weight of around 7 kilograms, making this variety ideal for both retail sales and home gardens. The uniform size and beautiful appearance make each fruit a real eye-catcher.

Productive and reliable – high output in limited space

A key advantage of Cucurbita pepo Secretariat F1 PMT is its relatively high productivity. Despite its compact growth habit, this variety delivers a consistent and reliable yield. The plant grows short, taking up considerably less space than traditional, vigorously vining pumpkin varieties. This makes Secretariat F1 PMT particularly suitable for:

• small vegetable gardens

• intensive cultivation systems

• gardeners with limited space

• commercial cultivation where efficiency is key

For optimal plant development and fruiting, we recommend a surface area of ​​1–2 m² per plant. This provides sufficient space for air circulation and healthy growth, without excessive fanning.

Suitable for consumption: tasty and versatile flesh

Besides its ornamental value, Secretariat F1 PMT is excellent for culinary applications. The flesh is firm, aromatic, and versatile. This variety is often used in:

• pumpkin soup

• stews

• roasted pumpkin

• oven dishes

• mashed potatoes and stews

This means that Secretariat F1 PMT offers a perfect combination of ornamental value and eating quality, making the variety very commercially interesting.

Growing advice: warm, well-drained soil for optimal results

Like all Cucurbita pepo varieties, Secretariat F1 PMT thrives in warm, fertile, and well-drained soil. Cultivation can be started as follows:

• sow from the end of April, followed by planting out

• sow directly from early May, as soon as the soil temperature has risen sufficiently

For rapid, strong, and uniform germination, a temperature of 24–30°C is ideal. Sow the seeds pointed side down or lay them flat. Keep the seedbed slightly moist, but avoid wet conditions that can encourage mold growth.

After germination, it is important to place the young plants in a lighter and cooler place so that the plants continue to grow strongly and compactly.

Maturation period 90–95 days

With a ripening time of 90 to 95 days, Secretariat F1 PMT is a mid-season variety with high reliability in both warmer and temperate climates. The plants quickly produce uniform fruits with a strong skin and a deep orange color.