Kurinishiki
Hybrid
1 Lb 2800 seeds
Non-gmo f1 hybrid
Asian garden vegetable
Squash seeds
Winter
Kurinishiki
Hybrid. Non-gmo. Cucurbita maxima. 95-105 Days 45-50 days after flowering . Warm season annual. This winter squash hybrid produces uniform dark green fruit with vertical light green stripes and marks. The fruits are medium-sized weighing over 3 lbs that are globe-shaped and somewhat flat with a small seed cavity. The flesh is bright yellow orange sweet and tasty. Its uniformity vigorous growth and excellent flavor make kurinishiki the leading kabocha squash grown in the united states mexico and south america and exported to japan. Prepare fertile well-drained soil. Sow 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. Row planting: see spacing info in chart. 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. After harvest winter squash should be left in the sun for a few days to cure before storing. Use in tempura stir-fries soup or baked. About 175 seeds an ounce.
