Cucurbita maxima Duchesne Giant pumpkin · Vegetables
also searched as: марина ди чиоггиа
10 August 2026
The fruits have a round shape, heavily flattened at the poles, often resembling a turban. The surface is firm, heavily wrinkled, with pronounced warts; the color varies from dark green and blue-green to gray. The flesh is dense, tender, intensely yellow or yellow-orange, and possesses a sweet taste with nutty notes.
The plant is vigorous, with long vines and high growth energy. The variety is classified as mid-late; the growing season is about 130 days. Fruit weight varies from 2.5 to 12 kg depending on growing conditions. The variety is distinguished by high keeping quality; the fruits are capable of maintaining quality for up to a year.
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The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.
№ 002331_O 002331
№ 267524
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