Potimarron Squash Seeds, Organic
$4.00
Potimarron Squash Seeds, Organic
Cucurbita maxima
(aka Courge Châtaigne) A small winter squash from France, inversely pear-shaped, with a flavor like chestnuts. The name is derived from the French: potiron (pumpkin) and marron (chestnut). Superb table quality in a small (3-4 pounds) manageable size.
- 85-95 days
- Organic
- Fruits grow to 3 to 4 pounds
- Chestnut-like flavor
- Long shelf life
This variety works for:
- Baking
- Roasting
- Soups
- Storage
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed. Hills should be spaced 6' apart in all directions. Can also be started indoors 3 weeks before transplanting out.
- Direct Seed: 1" Deep
- Seeds to Hill: 6-8 Seeds
- Thin: To 3-4 Plants
- Light: Full Sun