| Common Name | Winter Squash Seed |
|---|---|
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Latin Name | Cucurbita pepo |
| Top Category | Winter Squash |
| Flavor Profile | Nutty, Sweet |
| Fruit Size | 1 - 2 lb |
| Growing Conditions | Outdoor, Small Space |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Harvest Advantages | Canning, Roasting, Storage |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Easy to Grow and Maintain, Ornamental |
| Plant Spread | 36" - 48" |
| Plant Type | Winter |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Type | Hybrid |
| Use | Culinary, Decorative |
| Germination Days | 10-15 days |
| Germination Lighting | No |
| Germination Info | Cover Seeds |
| Soil Temperature | 70° |
Carnival
Winter Squash Seed
Tremendous flavor with colorful eye appeal, great storage, and bush plant habit. What more could you ask for in acorn squash? How about a nutty aroma with full-bodied sweetness? Skin is uniquely flecked with shades of gold, orange, and green. No two alike.
$3.20
| Days to Maturity | 85 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 36" |
| Planting Depth | 1/2” |
| Row Spacing | 6' - 8' |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sow, Start Indoors |
| Water Needs | Average |
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