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Turk's Turban Winter Squash Seeds For Planting (Cucurbita maxima)

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ALL ABOUT THIS SQUASH

SEED COUNT

15 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

HEIRLOOM

YES

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES
Turk's Turban Squash is a visually striking winter squash, known for its distinctive turban-like shape and vibrant, mottled colors ranging from orange, red, white to green. This heirloom variety, which predates 1820, belongs to the Cucurbita maxima species and has been celebrated more for its ornamental than culinary value, although it does offer a nutty, sweet flavor when cooked. Originally developed in France before being introduced to the United States, Turk's Turban squash has become a favorite in autumn displays for its aesthetic appeal, though it's also appreciated in various culinary applications for those who value its unique taste.


Winter squash, like the Turk's Turban, differs significantly from summer squash in several ways. Winter squash includes varieties that are harvested when mature, with hard, inedible skins and dense, nutritious flesh, often used for their longer storage life which can extend into winter hence the name. They are typically richer in vitamins, particularly A and C, and can be stored for months in a cool, dry place. On the other hand, summer squash like zucchini or yellow crookneck, are harvested when immature, with tender skins and a higher water content, making them ideal for quick-cooking methods like sautéing or grilling. Summer squash varieties are generally eaten soon after harvest and do not store well, focusing more on freshness and immediate consumption rather than long-term storage. Both types offer nutritional benefits, but their culinary uses and storage capabilities markedly distinguish them.

ALL ABOUT THIS SQUASH

SEED COUNT

15 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES

HEIRLOOM

YES
Turk's Turban Squash is a visually striking winter squash, known for its distinctive turban-like shape and vibrant, mottled colors ranging from orange, red, white to green. This heirloom variety, which predates 1820, belongs to the Cucurbita maxima species and has been celebrated more for its ornamental than culinary value, although it does offer a nutty, sweet flavor when cooked. Originally developed in France before being introduced to the United States, Turk's Turban squash has become a favorite in autumn displays for its aesthetic appeal, though it's also appreciated in various culinary applications for those who value its unique taste.


Winter squash, like the Turk's Turban, differs significantly from summer squash in several ways. Winter squash includes varieties that are harvested when mature, with hard, inedible skins and dense, nutritious flesh, often used for their longer storage life which can extend into winter hence the name. They are typically richer in vitamins, particularly A and C, and can be stored for months in a cool, dry place. On the other hand, summer squash like zucchini or yellow crookneck, are harvested when immature, with tender skins and a higher water content, making them ideal for quick-cooking methods like sautéing or grilling. Summer squash varieties are generally eaten soon after harvest and do not store well, focusing more on freshness and immediate consumption rather than long-term storage. Both types offer nutritional benefits, but their culinary uses and storage capabilities markedly distinguish them.

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

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

2 to 5 lbs, 4” to 8” diameter

SEASON

Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Cucurbita maxima

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Very easy to germinate and grow.

HARVEST

100 Days

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ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

PREPERATION

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

2 to 5 lbs, 4” to 8” diameter