Blue Hubbard Winter Squash Seeds For Planting (Cucurbita maxima)
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basic information
Blue Hubbard winter squash (Cucurbita maxima) is a striking heirloom variety with a vibrant blue-gray, bumpy rind. Its dense, golden-orange flesh offers a sweet, nutty flavor and smooth, creamy texture when cooked. Perfect for roasting, baking, or pureeing into soups and pies, this squash stores well, providing rich, versatile ingredients for hearty fall and winter dishes.
Seed Count
15 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Organic
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: Consider starting your winter squash seeds in biodegradable pots to ease transplanting and encourage robust root growth. You might want to provide consistent moisture with a gentle misting to keep seedlings thriving without waterlogging. Think about using a balanced organic fertilizer early on to coax strong, healthy vines that resist pests and disease.
SEED PREP
No prep needed.
SOWING DEPTH
Sow the seed 1 inch under.
LIGHT PREFERENCE
Prefers an area of full sunlight.
SOIL CONDITIONS
Prefers a rich & fertile soil.
MOISTURE NEEDS
Heavy feeders. Water at the roots.
GERMINATION
Germinates in 7 to 14 days.
PLANT HEIGHT
Grows to a height of 1’ to 2’ tall.
PLANT WIDTH
Spreads about 6’ wide
PLANT SPACING
Sow 2 to 3 seeds on hills.
ROW SPACING
Space hills 4’ to 6’ apart.
CROP SIZE
5 to 25 lbs fruits, 12” long.
SEASON
Annual crop
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Cucurbita maxima
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Very easy to germinate and grow.
HARVEST
110 Days
