Additional information
| Weight | 3 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | .125 × 3.25 × 4.5 in |
Squash (Winter) Kabocha – Item #1913
$3.19
Kabocha Japanese squash, features a globe-shaped fruit with blue-green skin and thick, very sweet, yellow flesh. Vigorous vine produces 2-3 lb fruits that are 6-8″ in diameter.
Planting & Harvesting
Seed Depth: 1″ (3cm)
Plant Space: 24″ (61cm)
Row Space: 6′ (1.8m)
Sprouts In: 10-14 days
Plant outdoors in full sun and rich soil two weeks after last spring frost. Germinates poorly in soil temperatures below 70° F. Water consistently and feed monthly with a side dressing of compost or vegetable fertilizer.
Pick when shells are thumbnail hard. Cut from vine, leaving a 1″ stem. Cure outdoors seven to ten days, but do not allow to freeze. Store in a cool, dry location for up to six months.
Additional Information
Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima
Matures In: 95-110 days
