Pumpkin Season is Here: These Varieties are in High Demand Now

As soon as September begins, pumpkins increasingly find their way into the shopping carts of Austrians. At the online supermarket Gurkerl, demand in the first two weeks of September alone increased by 112 percent compared to August – a clear sign of the seasonal appetite for this versatile autumn vegetable.

A look at last year's sales figures shows: September and October 2024 recorded an increase of over 600 percent compared to the summer months. Around one in five customers reached for one of the autumn all-rounders during the pumpkin season last year – a trend that continues in 2025.

The Ten Most Popular Pumpkin Varieties Among Austrians

Gurkerl has created a ranking of the most popular pumpkin varieties based on current and past sales figures:

In first place remains the Hokkaido, followed by the Butternut and the classic Halloween pumpkin. The Spaghetti pumpkin and smaller varieties like the oven pumpkin and the Honeynut pumpkin are also gaining popularity. Also included in the ranking are the Marbles pumpkin, Maroni pumpkin, ornamental pumpkin, and Mini Muscat.

Tips for Storage and Preparation

The best-selling pumpkins like Hokkaido and Butternut are particularly good for storage and versatile processing – whether as soup, roasted vegetables, or stuffed. The Hokkaido can be used with its skin, making it particularly suitable for everyday use. Important: Pumpkins should be stored cool, dry, and airy – ideally in a cellar or pantry.

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