Buttercup
[2304]

(Cucurbita maxima)

Well-established and still very popular American variety. The name Buttercup, like the native wildflower, characterizes the shape of the fruits. Was introduced in 1931 by Oscar H. Will & Company, North Dakota.

Fruits: round but flattened, slightly dented at the stem base, several centimetres wide mirror in turban-like shape; Size (DxH): 15 - 20 cm x 12 - 15 cm; Flesh: bright orange; dry; excellent quality, sweet, delicate chestnut taste;

Vine behaviour: Vine

Usage-Recommendation: Puree, Steam, Sweet Dishes

Resistances:

Storage time: +++

Weight: 1.0 kg - 2.3 kg

Maturity: 100 days

KCB-Recommendation: C