Green Hubbard Winter Squash Seeds For Planting (Cucurbita maxima)
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Green Hubbard winter squash (Cucurbita maxima) is a classic heirloom variety with a distinctive teardrop shape and tough, bumpy, dark green skin. Its vibrant orange flesh is dense, sweet, and slightly nutty, perfect for roasting, baking, or pureeing into soups and pies. Rich in vitamins A and C, this squash stores well, making it a versatile and nutritious addition to 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 55 lbs, 10” to 15” long.
SEASON
Annual crop
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Cucurbita maxima
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Very easy to germinate and grow.
HARVEST
105 Days
