Winter Squash Seeds – Cucurbita maxima Vegetable Plant

Winter Squash is a warm-season vining vegetable grown for its large, thick-skinned fruits that mature fully on the vine. Plants produce vigorous trailing vines, broad leaves, and bright flowers throughout the growing season. This species is suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and open-field cultivation with ample space for vine expansion. Winter Squash performs best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture, producing mature storage fruits in late summer and fall.

Features

• Warm-season vining vegetable plant
• Produces thick-skinned storage fruits
• Vigorous trailing vine growth habit
• Suitable for garden beds and open-field cultivation
• Requires ample space for vine spread
• Performs well in fertile, well-drained soils
• Suitable for seasonal storage harvests

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cucurbita maxima
• Common Name (US): Winter 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 10-20 feet
• Plant Spacing: 36-60 inches apart