{"title":"Winter Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=M8X6X2W]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"M8X6X2W\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is it about winter squash that elicits the feeling of home and comfort? Maybe it’s the savory dishes we create with them— hearty stews, rich side dishes. Or maybe it’s the timing of the fall harvest and our enthusiasm to use these delicious vegetables as the temperatures outside cool. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"thriller-hybrid-squash-seeds-53127","title":"Thriller Hybrid Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 80 to 85 direct sow\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll-America Selections (AAS) Edible Vegetable Winner 2025 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/edible-landscaping-attractive-and-appetizing\/a\/edible-landscaping-attractive-and-appetizing\/\"\u003eornamental edible\u003c\/a\u003e, Thriller is a unique winter squash that's as artful as it is delicious, perfect for dinner or decor. As a dumpling squash, the fruits are dainty, weighing about 1 to 2 pounds each, with a flat and round shape. This 'carnival' type thrills with intriguing swirls of yellow-cream and dark green variegated color and bright orange highlights and ribs. The flesh is dense and has a rich orange color and remarkable flavor—creamy, sweet, and nutty—especially when roasted. But these little cuties are also a great option for stuffing. Winter squash is a perfect addition to a healthy meal: it's high in fiber, protein, magnesium, potassium, vitamins B6 and C as well as in beta carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003ci\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/i\u003e cultivar, commonly called winter squash or dumpling squash, Thriller is a fruit vegetable and member of the cucurbit family (Cucurbitaceae). This herbaceous annual has a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blog\/benefits-of-small-space-gardening\"\u003ecompact\u003c\/a\u003e, semi-bushy to trailing habit, reaching about 15 inches tall and 36 inches wide at full maturity. Thriller is high yielding, with each plant producing about 8 fruits—plenty for sharing. Harvest plants when the squashes are bright green and cream with just a little orange still visible. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThriller squash is resistant to powdery mildew and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/know-before-you-grow-squash-pumpkins\/a\/kbyg15\/\"\u003eeasy to grow from seed\u003c\/a\u003e, growing best in a sunny spot with fertile, organically rich, medium moist, well-drained soil. These heavy producing plants appreciate regular \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/products\/products-neptunes-harvest-organic-fish-seaweed-2-3-1-fertilizer-32oz-44507\"\u003efertilization\u003c\/a\u003e. Water consistently but avoid over watering. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThriller winter squash is a warm-season vegetable, sensitive to cold temperatures and frost. The seeds can be \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/how-to-sow-seeds-outdoors\/a\/hand20\/\"\u003edirect sown\u003c\/a\u003e into warm spring soil after all danger of frost has passed, spacing plants 36 inches apart. But they can also be started indoors about 3 weeks before transplanting. Flowers begin to set fruit with day temperatures between 68° and 72°F and night temperatures between 60° and 65°F. Protect squash plants if temperatures are expected to dip below 50°F and use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/structures\/c\/structures\/\"\u003erow covers\u003c\/a\u003e for added protection if heavy frost is expected. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blog\/gardeners-essential-guide-to-mulching\"\u003eMulch\u003c\/a\u003e around Thriller squash plants to moderate soil temperature and maintain soil moisture. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor starting Thriller squash seeds indoors, there's nothing better than the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkseed.mom\/park-bio-dome-seed-starter\/c\/bio-dome\/\"\u003eBio Dome\u003c\/a\u003e. Bio Dome creates a Goldilocks effect, with the perfect temperature, light, and soil mix, ensuring your seeds become strong for transplant. \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of 15 seeds","offer_id":42354484871227,"sku":"53127-PK-P1","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pkt of 100 seeds","offer_id":42354484903995,"sku":"53127-PK-100","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_53127_1.jpg?v=1753891919"},{"product_id":"baked-potato-seeds-winter-squash-52873-pk-p1","title":"Baked Potato Seeds Winter Squash","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 105\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eDelectable, nutty flavored squash adds harmonious tan color to your dinner plate. Baked Potato Winter Squash are a large, 1½-pound acorn variety grown on a compact bush plant. This squash matures in 105 days and holds flavor well.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSow seeds in the soil after the threat of frost has passed. Harvest fruits before they grow too large and when the skin is shiny.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354492833851,"sku":"52873-PK-P1","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_52873-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891809"},{"product_id":"sweet-jade-organic-kabocha-squash-seeds-52967","title":"Sweet Jade Organic Kabocha Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 95\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e All-America Selections (AAS) Winner 2023\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eEdible and ornamental, Sweet Jade Kabocha is an organic, F1 hybrid winter squash, also called Japanese pumpkin. The cute, round, 4- to 5-inch, 1- to 2-pound, single-serving fruits have a hard, sea-green rind with light green stripes and golden speckles. The flesh is deep blood-orange when ripe and has an outstanding, very sweet, earthy flavor that is a cross between pumpkin and sweet potato, with a hint of chestnut. Kabocha has drier flesh than other squash, making it easier to cook with oils. A culinary staple in Japan, kabocha is good fried, roasted, baked (including in pies and muffins), or puréed to flavor and thicken curries and soups. It is an excellent source of beta-carotene, fiber, and vitamins A and C. Like pumpkin, kabocha has seeds that can be dried, tossed with olive oil, salted, and baked for a tasty, nutritious snack. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eThis herbaceous annual is a member of the cucurbit family (Cucurbitaceae). Sweet Jade Kabocha grows as a vine that spreads 6 to 8 feet. It has strong yields, very few culls, good holding capability, and exceptional storage. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eEasily grown from seed, kabocha grows best in sunny locations with fertile, organically rich, medium moist, well-draining loams having a pH of 6.0 to 6.8. Monecious, it does not need a second plant for pollination, but it may be helpful to plant bee-attracting plants, like marigolds and zinnias, nearby to ensure pollination. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA warm-season vegetable, sensitive to cold temperatures and frost, squash seeds can be direct sown into warm spring soil after all danger of frost has passed but can also be started indoors about 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting. Flowers begin to set fruit with day temperatures between 68° to 72°F and night temperatures between 60° and 65°F. Mulching helps to moderate soil temperature and to maintain soil moisture. Protect plants with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/collections\/season-extenders\"\u003erow covers\u003c\/a\u003e if temperatures are expected to dip below 50°F. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003e If you plan to start your seeds indoors, be sure to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/collections\/bio-domes\"\u003eBio Dome Seed Starter Kit\u003c\/a\u003e. With the Bio Dome, you can control the temperature, light, and soil mix to ensure your seeds become strong for transplant. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of 10 seeds","offer_id":42354494636091,"sku":"52967-PK-P1","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pkt of 250 seeds","offer_id":42354494668859,"sku":"52967-PK-250","price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_52967_1.jpg?v=1753891822"},{"product_id":"early-butternut-hybrid-winter-squash-seeds-05296","title":"Early Butternut Hybrid Winter Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 85\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAll-America Selections (AAS) Winner 1979\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eEarlier to mature than older butternut varieties, with a sweet, nutty flavor. The fine-textured tan fruits arise on compact vines which saves valuable garden space. This fruit stores superbly.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWinter squash has great storage ability. It is grown like summer squash (sown 1 inch deep after all danger of frost), but the seeds should be spaced 4 to 6 feet apart. Harvest it when the plants die back or just before frost. Cut and cure the fruit in a well-ventilated area, then store at 50 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Pkt of 20 seeds","offer_id":42354507972667,"sku":"05296-PK-P1","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pkt of 250 seeds","offer_id":42354508005435,"sku":"05296-PK-250","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_05296_1.jpg?v=1753891844"},{"product_id":"hubbard-blue-organic-winter-squash-seeds-52963-pk-p1","title":"Hubbard Blue Organic Winter Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 100 to 120\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAn organic heirloom winter squash, Hubbard Blue is grown as a fruit vegetable. Very productive, the plant sets uniquely beautiful pale blue-hued fruits, approximately 15 to 20 inches long with a 9- to 12-inch diameter, weighing about 15 to 30 pounds each. The shell-necked squash has a hard, coarsely warted rind and thick, smooth, golden flesh with a rich, semisweet, nutty flavor, similar to pumpkin. Roast, bake, boil, or steam. Use in soups, stews, casseroles, breads, and desserts. The seeds also make a delicious and nutritious snack. Winter squash is high in fiber, protein, magnesium, potassium, vitamins B6 and C as well as the carotenoids beta carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e An herbaceous annual, Hubbard Blue is a member of the cucurbit (Cucurbitaceae) family. It grows as a short, restricted vine with a spreading habit, trailing along the ground, or climbing by tendrils. Expect 3 to 5 squash per plant. Open pollinated, it produces seed that will grow true to variety, ideal for seed saving. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eWinter squash is easy to grow from seed, growing best in sunny locations with fertile, organically rich, medium moist, well-draining loams having a pH of 6.0 to 6.8. It has intermediate resistance to powdery mildew. Avoid over watering. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA warm-season vegetable, sensitive to cold temperatures and frost, winter squash can be direct sown into warm spring soil after all danger of frost has passed, but it can also be started indoors about 3 weeks before transplanting. Flowers begin to set fruit with day temperatures between 68° and 72°F and night temperatures between 60° and 65°F. Protect plants if temperatures are expected to dip below 50°F. Mulching helps to moderate soil temperature and to maintain soil moisture. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/collections\/season-extenders\"\u003eRow covers\u003c\/a\u003e offer added protection from heavy frost. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIf you plan to start your seeds indoors, be sure to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/collections\/bio-domes\"\u003eBio Dome Seed Starter Kit\u003c\/a\u003e. With the Bio Dome, you can control the temperature, light, and soil mix to ensure your seeds become strong for transplant. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eUSDA Certified Organic\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354532515899,"sku":"52963-PK-P1","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_52963-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891811"},{"product_id":"sugaretti-f1-hybrid-spaghetti-squash-seeds-52778-pk-p1","title":"Sugaretti F1 Hybrid Spaghetti Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 90\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eDeterminate\u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eAll-America Selections (AAS) Winner 2017\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSo high-yielding and quick to finish it won an All-America Selection, Sugaretti F1 hybrid is a spaghetti squash that tastes as good as it looks. Resembling a Delicata with its creamy rind striped in green, this hard-shelled winter squash offers nutty, sweet flavor that is terrific stewed, steamed, or baked. Use it as a pasta substitute for nutritious, low calorie eating.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSugaretti finishes about a week quicker than many other spaghetti squash varieties. It offers enormous yields of 9- to 10-inch fruit, oblong and heavy, within a short period of summer. The determinate habit means that you can harvest your Sugaretti all at once, store it for winter, and then plant a new crop in its place. Great for gardeners with limited space to grow their food.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAnd the plant itself is more compact. It offers a semi-bush habit, spreading only about 2 feet wide, so you can squeeze Sugaretti into a smaller area than many other winter squash.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBest of all is the flavor—sugary, as its name suggests, but also rich and creamy. You will love finding new ways to use this squash.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSquash is very easy to grow, and part of the Three Sisters Native American companion planting. (The other two sisters are beans and corn.) Give it sunshine, well-draining soil, and adequate water, and Mother Nature will do the rest!\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSow the seed 1 inch deep, thinning the plants to 3 to 4 feet apart in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354543263803,"sku":"52778-PK-P1","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_52778-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891808"},{"product_id":"mashed-potato-winter-squash-seeds-52872-pk-p1","title":"Mashed Potato Winter Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 105  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMashed Potato Winter Squash is a winter acorn squash, named for its appearance after cooking. These squash weigh 1 to 1½ lbs and have a stark white rind and nearly white flesh that resembles mashed potatoes when baked and fluffed. Although the texture will be lighter and fluffier than potatoes, the flavor is almost identical. This squash can also be roasted, boiled, or steamed and used as a potato substitution in a variety of dishes, even potato salad. Winter squash is high in fiber, protein, magnesium, potassium, vitamins B6 and C as well as the carotenoids beta carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAn herbaceous annual, Mashed Potato Winter Squash is a member of the cucurbit (Cucurbitaceae) family. It grows as a short, restricted vine with a spreading habit that will trail along the ground or climb by tendrils. Expect 3 to 4 squash per plant, set mostly on the crown. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWinter squash is easy to grow from seed, growing best in sunny locations with fertile, organically rich, medium moist, well-draining loams having a pH of 6.0 to 6.8. Avoid over watering. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA warm-season vegetable, sensitive to cold temperatures and frost, winter squash can be direct sown into warm spring soil after all danger of frost has passed, but it can also be started indoors about 3 weeks before transplanting. Flowers begin to set fruit with day temperatures between 68° and 72°F and night temperatures between 60° and 65°F. Protect plants if temperatures are expected to dip below 50°F. Mulching helps to moderate soil temperature and to maintain soil moisture. Row covers offer added protection from heavy frost. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIf you plan to start your seeds indoors, be sure to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/collections\/bio-domes\"\u003eBio Dome Seed Starter Kit\u003c\/a\u003e. With the Bio Dome, you can control the temperature, light, and soil mix to ensure your seeds become strong for transplant. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354623578171,"sku":"52872-PK-P1","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_52872-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891868"},{"product_id":"delicata-organic-winter-squash-seeds-52702-pk-p1","title":"Delicata Organic Winter Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays to Maturity: 95 to 100\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe old folks call it sweet potato squash for its rich, sugary, tender flavor, and you will see what they mean with the very first bite. Delicata is the absolute best winter squash for long-term storage, but even if it weren't, this yummy vegetable should be at the top of your list for the garden. It's easy to grow, nutritious, and a terrific value.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWeighing in at 1 to 1½ pounds each, these lozenge-shaped loaves are white to cream, with grooves and dark green stripes and flecks. Inside, the flesh is golden orange, with a central seed cavity. To cook Delicata, simply slice the fruit lengthwise and steam or bake it right in its \"shell\"; it also works well on the grill, because the rind is tough enough to hold together and impart a smoky flavor. The flesh can also be scooped out and pureed or chopped before cooking, of course. It has a nutty, sweet flavor. And you can even roast the seeds like pumpkin seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThese Delicata squash reach about 7 to 9 inches long and up to 4 inches in diameter, and they arise quite freely on vigorous vines. Delicata has a fabulous storage ability, bringing you great eating all winter.\u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eGrow Delicata like summer squash (sow the seeds 1 inch deep after all danger of frost), but the plants should be spaced 4 to 6 feet apart. Harvest it when the plants die back or just before frost. Cut and cure the fruit in a well-ventilated area, then store at 50 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354636619835,"sku":"52702-PK-P1","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_52702-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891808"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/collections\/winter-squash.oembed","provider":"Park Seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}