Red Kuri Winter Squash (Organic)
Best winter squash for home gardeners seeking flavorful, long-storing harvests.
Discover the charm of Red Kuri Winter Squash, also known as Orange Hokkaido. These certified organic seeds produce small, heart-shaped fruits weighing 4-7 pounds with a vibrant orangish-red hue, perfect for both culinary creations and decorative displays. With a 97-day maturity, this annual variety thrives in full sun and well-amended soil. Harvest when the skin is firm, then cure for extended storage, ensuring delicious, smooth flesh throughout the season. A delightful addition to any vegetable garden, offering unique flavor and visual appeal.
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Botanical Name
Cucurbita maxima
/ Cucurbita maxima
Who it's for
- Urban growers with limited space for sprawling vines
- Home cooks seeking rich flavor and velvety textures
- Gardeners wanting fresh produce throughout the winter months
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in regions with short, cool growing seasons
- Beginners intimidated by intensive pest and disease management
- Cooks preferring easy-to-prep ingredients for quick meals
Performance breakdown
Culinary Versatility
Smooth, chestnut-like flesh excels in soups, roasting, and savory baking applications.
Storage Longevity
Cured fruits maintain quality for months, extending your harvest well into winter.
Ornamental Appeal
Striking heart-shaped silhouette and vibrant color make for stunning seasonal displays.
Growth Reliability
Open-pollinated seeds offer consistent results for gardeners in full-sun climates.
Seed Density
Fifteen seeds per packet is sufficient for small-scale home garden patches.
Organic Integrity
Certified organic status ensures clean, non-GMO genetics for your vegetable patch.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Cucurbita maxima
Days to Maturity
97 Days
Seed Count per Packet
15 seeds
Planting Depth
0.5-1 inch
Optimum Germination Temperature
70-85°F
Recommended Storage Temperature
50-55°F
Recommended Storage Humidity
50-65%
Organic Certification
Certified Organic
Features
- Unique heart shape and bright color
- Certified Organic seeds
- Smooth, delicious flesh
- Decorative potential
- Annual plant cycle
- Extended storage capability
- 97 Days to Maturity
- Grows well in full sun
What customers say
Red Kuri Winter Squash seeds are consistently praised for their exceptional quality. Gardeners report high germination rates and strong plant growth, leading to reliable and abundant harvests. The squash itself is noted for its superior texture, deep color, and sweet flavor, making it a favorite for both culinary use and storage. This variety offers excellent value, delivering dependable organic produce for the home gardener.
Know before you buy
This variety typically reaches maturity in 97 days. You should plan your planting schedule accordingly to ensure the fruits have enough time to ripen before the first frost.
Red Kuri squash thrives in full sun and requires well-amended, nutrient-rich soil. For the best germination results, ensure your soil temperature is between 70-85°F.
After harvesting, cure the squash in a dry, well-ventilated area. For long-term storage, keep the fruits in a cool, dark place with a temperature between 50-55°F and a humidity level of 50-65%.
Yes, these are certified organic, open-pollinated seeds. This means you can save the seeds from your harvest to plant in future seasons.
Each packet contains 15 seeds. Given the plant's size, this is typically enough to yield a substantial harvest for a home garden.
The squash is ready to harvest when the skin is firm and the color has turned a vibrant, solid orangish-red. Ensure the stem has begun to dry out before cutting it from the vine.
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