Early Jarrah

Early Jarrah is a vigorous, high-yielding Cucurbita maxima variety producing large grey fruits weighing between 7 and 10 kg. The fruits are oblate in shape with a thick, firm skin and dense, orange flesh. It is best suited for culinary processing. Its strong vine growth promotes robust early-season development.

100 days

Days to maturity

Early-maturing grey pumpkin suited to UK spring planting.

7–10kg

Average fruit weight

Large-fruited variety ideal for wholesale or bulk culinary use.

Oblate with smooth grey skin

Fruit shape

Classic presentation with consistent fruit size.

Available in these regions only:

Varieties may differ within regions

Key Characteristics

  • Vigorous vine growth ensuring strong plant establishment.
  • Large fruit size with firm flesh suited for cooking.
  • Moderate field resilience with acceptable storage potential.

Recommended for

  • Fresh Market
  • Culinary
  • Farm shops

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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