Squash Sweet Dumpling Seed
Best choice for home gardeners seeking compact, long-storing individual squash servings.
Cultivate delightful Sweet Dumpling Squash with these premium seeds from Harris Seeds. This variety produces charming, small acorn-shaped fruits, about 4-5 inches, distinguished by their unique ivory and green coloring. Inside, you'll discover sweet, tender orange flesh, perfect for individual servings. The plants grow on medium-sized vines and yield fruit that stores exceptionally well for 3-4 months. These seeds are ready to ship and available in various treatments and sizes, offering a unique addition to your garden.
$2.76
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Price vs Category Average
-74%
Below average
Soil Temperature
7075
/ -°F
Who it's for
- Home cooks prioritizing rich, nutty flavor in their recipes
- Busy individuals seeking convenient, single-serving meal portions
- Decorators and preppers valuing aesthetic appeal and long-term storage
Who should skip it
- Gardeners aiming for high-volume harvests from limited plants
- Beginners unprepared for intensive pest management and vine borer control
- Urban gardeners with restricted space for sprawling vine growth
Performance breakdown
Storage Longevity
Exceptional shelf life keeps harvests fresh for up to four months.
Culinary Versatility
Perfectly portioned size makes these ideal for individual stuffed squash recipes.
Germination Reliability
Standardized open-pollinated seeds ensure consistent growth under proper soil conditions.
Space Efficiency
Medium-sized vines require significant garden footprint for optimal fruit production.
Visual Appeal
Striking ivory and green skin adds immediate ornamental value to gardens.
Growth Cycle
Hundred-day maturity requires a long, warm season for full development.
Key Specs
Soil Temperature
70-75°F
Germination Lighting
Cover Seed
Germination Days
6-12 Days
Seeding Depth
0.75-1.0"
Maturation Days
100 Days
Planting Method
Direct Sow
Spacing in Row
36-48"
Spacing Between Rows
6-8'
Features
- Small, 4-5" acorn-shaped fruit
- Unique ivory and green coloring
- Sweet, tender orange flesh
- Ideal for single servings
- Medium-sized vines
- Stores for 3-4 months
- Annual plant
- Open-pollinated variety
What customers say
Gardeners overwhelmingly praise the Harris Seeds Sweet Dumpling Squash for its exceptional flavor, consistently described as rich, sweet, and nutty, making it ideal for roasting. A key theme is reliability; customers report excellent germination and vigorous plant growth, confirming high seed quality. The compact, individual fruit size is another major benefit, simplifying both storage and preparation. While standard cultivation issues like mildew can occur, the overall consensus is that these seeds offer a premium, dependable investment. Reviewers enthusiastically recommend this variety for consistently producing gourmet quality squash, leading to strong repurchase intent.
Know before you buy
These plants grow on medium-sized vines and require significant room to spread. You should space plants 36 to 48 inches apart within the row, with 6 to 8 feet between rows to ensure proper airflow and growth.
Sweet Dumpling squash typically takes 100 days to reach maturity from the time of planting. Since they are direct-sown in the spring, plan for a full season of growth before harvesting.
Yes, this variety is known for its excellent storage capabilities. When cured properly, the fruits can be stored for 3 to 4 months in a cool, dry location.
These seeds should be direct-sown into the garden once the soil has warmed to 70-75°F. Plant them at a depth of 0.75 to 1.0 inch and cover the seeds with soil, as they require darkness to germinate.
Because this variety grows on medium-sized vines and requires significant spacing, it is generally better suited for in-ground garden beds rather than small containers. If you have a large enough raised bed, ensure you provide ample room for the vines to trail.
Being open-pollinated means that if you allow the plant to pollinate naturally, the seeds you save from the fruit will typically grow true to the parent plant. This allows you to potentially harvest and replant seeds for future seasons.
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