Turk's Turban Winter Squash Seeds For Planting (Cucurbita maxima)
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Turk’s Turban winter squash (Cucurbita maxima) is a striking heirloom variety with a vibrant, turban-shaped appearance. Its colorful, mottled skin boasts shades of orange, red, white, and green, making it a standout for autumn displays. The golden-orange flesh offers a sweet, nutty flavor with a smooth, floury texture, perfect for roasting, baking, soups, or stuffing. Typically 8-10 inches in diameter and weighing about 5 pounds, this squash stores well, lasting through winter. Rich in vitamin A, beta-carotene, and potassium, it’s as nutritious as it is versatile.
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
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
