Variety characteristics:

• W1468 Hong Beibei Red Mini Pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima) is a compact specialty winter squash selected for its brilliant orange-red rind, convenient individual-serving size and rich, dry-textured flesh. The attractive flattened fruits develop shallow ribs and typically measure approximately 2.8 inches across by 2.4 inches high.
Individual fruits generally weigh approximately 7–11 ounces under suitable growing conditions. The bright yellow flesh has a dense, strongly starchy texture with a smooth, pleasantly sweet chestnut-style flavor. Its compact size makes Hong Beibei an excellent choice for steaming, roasting, stuffing and individual microwave preparation.
Healthy, well-pollinated plants can produce approximately five to six marketable fruits under favorable conditions. Final fruit number and size will vary with vine training, pollination, spacing, temperature, fertility and moisture.