A traditional Japanese kabocha squash that has globe-shaped fruit with blue-green skin. The flesh is thick, yellow and very sweet. 

Details:

• 3 g packet - Approximately 13 Seeds
• 45 days after flowering, 95-110 days to maturity
• Heirloom
• Warm season annual
• Non-GMO
• Open-pollinated
• Fruit matures to 2-3 lbs and is 6-8" in diameter.
• The plant has a vine growth habit. 

Field Notes:

Growing Tips

• Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. S
• ow seeds in spring/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location.
• Hill planting: Form soil into a 1-ft. diameter mound 3-4" tall. Space mounds 5-10' apart. On each mound plant 1-2 seeds. 
• Keep soil moist.
• Fertilize as needed.
• Hand pollination may be necessary.
• The vine can be trained to climb a vertical support for better air circulation and ease of harvest or left to sprawl on the ground

Harvesting

• After harvest, winter squash should be left in the sun for a few days to cure before storing.  

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