Orange Cutie

Orange Cutie is a compact Cucurbita maxima bush-type squash with vivid red-orange skin and a flattened oblate shape. The small fruits, typically weighing 1–2 kg, are ideal for fresh market sales and decorative displays. Plants are medium in vigour yet highly productive, setting three to five fruits per plant with reliable uniformity.

100 days

Days to maturity

Performs well under close spacing in spring sowings.

1–2 kg

Average fruit weight

Small-fruited, uniform pumpkins with excellent visual quality.

Oblate with red skin

Fruit shape

Attractive appearance with good market appeal.

Available in these regions only:

Varieties may differ within regions

Key Characteristics

  • Compact bush habit suitable for high-density plantings.
  • Consistent fruit size and uniform shape.
  • Moderate resistance to powdery mildew and field reliability.

Recommended for

  • Fresh Market
  • Culinary
  • Seasonal retail

Speak to our specialists

Sylwia Taylor

Crop Manager - International

sylwia.taylor@elsoms.com

Stephanie Fussey

Head of International Vegetable Sales

stephanie.fussey@elsoms.com

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