Sweet Meat Winter Squash Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start their Sweet Meat winter squash seeds indoors a month before the last expected frost. Since squashes do not take well to transplanting, peat pots are the best option. Plant two seeds per pot, later clipping off the weaker seedling. Harden the seedlings by exposing them to the weather for several hours at a time during the week before transplanting. About a week after the last frost or when the soil temperature reaches an average of 60 degrees F, plant the seedlings in very rich soil 8-10' apart in rows 10-12' apart. Another option is to plant the seedlings in hills of two, 8-10' apart. To direct sow, plant the heirloom squash seeds a week after frost 1/2" deep, 3-4' apart and thin to 8-10' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant squashes along with corn but avoid planting them with potatoes.
Growing: Since squash seedlings do not tolerate frost, provide protective coverings if cold weather threatens. Keep the soil moist at all times, but avoid getting the leaves wet as this can cause diseases such as rot or mildew. When the vines begin to develop, a layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and control weeds; mulch also will keep the squashes clean and protect them from too much soil contact. By midsummer, pinch off all the blooms to concentrate the plant's energy on the developing squashes.
Harvesting: Squashes can be harvested as soon as the stem begins to dry and the skin becomes too hard to pierce with a fingernail. Because cold weather can damage squashes, they should be harvested before the first frost. Cut the stem with a sharp knife, leaving a 2-3" length." Do not carry the squash by the stem; if the stem breaks off, use it as soon as possible, since this causes the squash to deteriorate quickly. Cure the squashes in the sun or a dry location until the stem shrivels; do not wash the ones you intend to store. Sweet Meat's dense, buttery flesh resembles that of a sweet potato; it keeps for six months or more in storage.
Seed Saving: By the time the squash has been cured, the seeds are mature. Cut the squash open, remove the pulp and seeds, and rinse off the pulp. Put the mixture in a bowl of water to remove the remaining pulp; the good heirloom squash seeds will sink. Remove the good seeds and spread them out to dry for 2-3 weeks, stirring them at times to make sure they dry completely. Store the Sweet Meat winter squash seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 4 years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Cucurbita maxima
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 75
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Orange
Squash
looks good. Like the packaging. Hard to find some years.
Loved your seeds
Your seeds germinated so quickly and much better than any we've purchased from other seed companies. Your customer service was phenomenal and sent the order the same day, as we were needing to get the seeds planted ASAP due to not receiving them from another seed company as ordered. Thanks so much, and we have added your seed company to our favorites! Front Porch Farm, NE WA
Awesome Seeds
Always very satisfied with seeds purchased from Everwilde. Excellent quality, great packaging (resealable), great prices, and very fast shipping. Highly recommend !!
Awesome Seeds
Always very satisfied with seeds purchased from Everwilde. Excellent quality, great packaging (resealable), great prices, and very fast shipping. Highly recommend !!
Good so far
Prompt and accurate out of the gate is always a good sign. The packaging is top notch. Resealable with easy to read information that looks like it won't fade. I'm sure if I have unused seeds they will be safe until next year. Haven't planted yet, though I have high hopes.
Quick service
Quick service
Squash seeds
I bought some squash seeds to plant next year. I am putting them in the freezer. I hope they grow.
Seed Order
Prompt response and delivery! Reasonable cost. Now to plant the seeds and see how they do
DESCRIPTION
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start their Sweet Meat winter squash seeds indoors a month before the last expected frost. Since squashes do not take well to transplanting, peat pots are the best option. Plant two seeds per pot, later clipping off the weaker seedling. Harden the seedlings by exposing them to the weather for several hours at a time during the week before transplanting. About a week after the last frost or when the soil temperature reaches an average of 60 degrees F, plant the seedlings in very rich soil 8-10' apart in rows 10-12' apart. Another option is to plant the seedlings in hills of two, 8-10' apart. To direct sow, plant the heirloom squash seeds a week after frost 1/2" deep, 3-4' apart and thin to 8-10' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant squashes along with corn but avoid planting them with potatoes.
Growing: Since squash seedlings do not tolerate frost, provide protective coverings if cold weather threatens. Keep the soil moist at all times, but avoid getting the leaves wet as this can cause diseases such as rot or mildew. When the vines begin to develop, a layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and control weeds; mulch also will keep the squashes clean and protect them from too much soil contact. By midsummer, pinch off all the blooms to concentrate the plant's energy on the developing squashes.
Harvesting: Squashes can be harvested as soon as the stem begins to dry and the skin becomes too hard to pierce with a fingernail. Because cold weather can damage squashes, they should be harvested before the first frost. Cut the stem with a sharp knife, leaving a 2-3" length." Do not carry the squash by the stem; if the stem breaks off, use it as soon as possible, since this causes the squash to deteriorate quickly. Cure the squashes in the sun or a dry location until the stem shrivels; do not wash the ones you intend to store. Sweet Meat's dense, buttery flesh resembles that of a sweet potato; it keeps for six months or more in storage.
Seed Saving: By the time the squash has been cured, the seeds are mature. Cut the squash open, remove the pulp and seeds, and rinse off the pulp. Put the mixture in a bowl of water to remove the remaining pulp; the good heirloom squash seeds will sink. Remove the good seeds and spread them out to dry for 2-3 weeks, stirring them at times to make sure they dry completely. Store the Sweet Meat winter squash seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 4 years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Cucurbita maxima
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 75
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Orange
Reviews
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Squash
looks good. Like the packaging. Hard to find some years.
Review
Loved your seeds
Your seeds germinated so quickly and much better than any we've purchased from other seed companies. Your customer service was phenomenal and sent the order the same day, as we were needing to get the seeds planted ASAP due to not receiving them from another seed company as ordered. Thanks so much, and we have added your seed company to our favorites! Front Porch Farm, NE WA
Review
Awesome Seeds
Always very satisfied with seeds purchased from Everwilde. Excellent quality, great packaging (resealable), great prices, and very fast shipping. Highly recommend !!
Review
Awesome Seeds
Always very satisfied with seeds purchased from Everwilde. Excellent quality, great packaging (resealable), great prices, and very fast shipping. Highly recommend !!
Review
Good so far
Prompt and accurate out of the gate is always a good sign. The packaging is top notch. Resealable with easy to read information that looks like it won't fade. I'm sure if I have unused seeds they will be safe until next year. Haven't planted yet, though I have high hopes.
Review
Quick service
Quick service
Review
Squash seeds
I bought some squash seeds to plant next year. I am putting them in the freezer. I hope they grow.
Review
Seed Order
Prompt response and delivery! Reasonable cost. Now to plant the seeds and see how they do