Description
25 Seeds per pack
(a.k.a. Vegetable Gourd) (Cucurbita pepo) 95-105 days. Very productive plant, with up to 10 squash per compact vine. The Sweet Dumpling Squash is teacup shaped, creamy in color, with dark green stripes. One of the sweetest squashes around, with tender flesh, delicious baked and stuffed. Excellent keeper, does not even require curing, and will keep well for 3-4 months. Sweet Dumpling Fruits are about ½ lb, perfect for a single serving.
Planting Instructions for Sweet Dumpling Winter Squash Seeds
Sweet Dumpling Winter Squash is a warm season crop, sensitive to frost and light freezes. Start Heirloom / Open Pollinated Winter Squash indoors 3-4 weeks. before last frost date or direct seed outdoors after danger of frost. Plant Winter Squash in full sun. To direct seed, plant 6-8 seeds 1″ deep in 1′ diameter hills, thinning to 3 or 4 plants at the set of true leaves. Or plant Winter Squash Seeds in rows 1″ deep, 2′ apart. Keep rows and hills 6′ apart. Germination should occur in 5-10 days at 65-85°F. Keep soil just-damp during germination, or seeds may rot. Harvest when Sweet Dumpling rind has hardened and finger nail requires pressure to pierce rind. Leave 2-3″ stem on when cutting from plant for longer storage.
FAQ:
How long does it take Sweet Dumpling Winter Squash to mature?
Sweet Dumpling Winter Squash matures in approximately 95-105 days.
What are the characteristics of Sweet Dumpling Winter Squash?
This squash is teacup-shaped, creamy in color with dark green stripes, and one of the sweetest varieties available. Fruits are about ½ pound, perfect for single servings, and the tender flesh is delicious baked or stuffed.
How should Sweet Dumpling Winter Squash seeds be planted?
Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. For direct sowing, plant 6-8 seeds 1 inch deep in 1-foot-diameter hills, thinning to 3-4 plants at the true leaf stage. Alternatively, plant seeds in rows spaced 2 feet apart, with rows or hills spaced 6 feet apart.
When is the best time to harvest Sweet Dumpling Winter Squash?
Harvest when the rind has hardened, and a fingernail requires pressure to pierce it. Leave a 2-3 inch stem on the squash when cutting it from the plant for optimal storage.
How long can Sweet Dumpling Winter Squash be stored?
This squash is an excellent keeper and does not require curing. It will store well for 3-4 months under proper conditions.
Tracey (verified owner) –
Nice seeds. I’ll let you know!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Excited to start these next year!
Abigail (verified owner) –
Excellent germination rates, and the fruits are lovely. Looking forward to eating them this fall!