Round, mildew-resistant lantern pumpkin in a class of its own.

Gladiator F1 bears round fruits weighing around 8-11 kg, bright orange in color and beautifully ribbed, round to slightly rounded.

The overall extremely harmonious appearance is complemented by the beautiful, dark green stem.

Gladiator F1 is mildew resistant (PMT), vigorous and bears an average of around 1-2 fruits per plant.

Ripening time: 90-100 days.

Gladiator F1 vines moderstely. 

C. pepo grows well on warm, well-drained soils, pre-cultivation and planting with sowing from the end of April or direct sowing from the beginning of May.

Optimum germination at 24-30^o C. When sowing stick the pointed side of the seed down or lay them flat. Do not keep the seed too moist. After germination, place in a brighter and cooler place.

Possible pests: snails, birds, mice, lice, powdery mildew, virus.

Supplied as raw (normal) seed.