Cucurbita pepo
Also called gold string melon, spaghetti squash is unique among winter squashes; when cooked, the flesh falls away from the shell in strands like spaghetti, and retains a tender, yet al dente, texture. Savory flavor that is delicious, and low calorie, with a simple bit of butter and salt. Each plant can yield 5 to 7 squash. Vines grow up to 8′-12′ long. Botanical Interests’® Vegetable Spaghetti Winter Squash Seeds are USDA Organic and have been verified by The Non-GMO Project.
This packet sows up to 6 mounds.
90-100 days to maturity.
Outdoors: Sow 1-2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–85°F.
Indoors: Sow 2-4 weeks before transplanting, although not recommended except in very short growing seasons, as roots are sensitive to disturbance. Sow in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly into the ground. Transplant when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
What is an heirloom seed?
An heirloom variety is one that has been passed down from generation to generation. Generally, the variety must have been around for at least 50 years. They are open-pollinated, which means they have been exposed to natural pollination methods like insects or winds. They aren’t hybrids or genetically modified.
