Kabocha Squash Seeds – Cucurbita maxima Vegetable Plant

Kabocha Squash is a warm-season vining vegetable grown for its round, dense fruits and vigorous trailing growth habit. Plants develop long vines, large leaves, and bright yellow flowers throughout the growing season. This species is suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and open-field cultivation with ample space for vine expansion. Kabocha Squash performs best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture, producing mature fruits during the summer and fall season.

Features

• Warm-season vining squash plant
• Produces round, dense-textured fruits
• Vigorous trailing vine growth habit
• Suitable for garden beds and field cultivation
• Requires ample space for vine spread
• Performs well in fertile, well-drained soils
• Productive during summer and fall seasons

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cucurbita maxima
• Common Name (US): Kabocha Squash
• Seed Type / Variety: Cucurbita maxima
• Growth Habit: Trailing annual vine
• USDA Zones: 3-11
• Planting Season: Spring to Early Summer
• Growing Season: Summer through Fall
• Sowing Season: March-June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 5-10 days at 70-95°F (21-35°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Regular watering; keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: Vines spread 10-15 feet
• Plant Spacing: 36-60 inches apart