Cucurbita maxima
The red kuri squash, a cousin of the pumpkin, is a legume appreciated for its sweet flesh reminiscent of chestnut flavor. Here is what you need to know about these seeds:
Description:
- The red kuri squash is a gourd from creeping plants that can also climb depending on the cultivation method used. It requires good spacing between plants for optimal growth.
- Its skin is usually bright red to pink but can also be green or bronze due to mutation. The quality of its flesh will pleasantly surprise even those who are not fans of pumpkins.
Cultivation Tips:
- The red kuri squash prefers well-drained soil and spacing of about 1 meter between plants to ensure optimal development.
- Its preservation is excellent, lasting until April of the following year in a dry cellar. The longer the fruit is stored, the higher its vitamin and sugar content becomes.
Properties:
- The red kuri squash is rich in vitamins and sugar, making it a versatile ingredient for many culinary recipes.
Commitment to Quality: At SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we are committed to providing the highest quality seeds that are reproducible, non-hybrid, and acclimated. Our seeds are carefully selected, sorted, stored, and packaged without any chemical treatment, for the greatest pleasure of gardeners.
Add a touch of delight to your vegetable garden with these red kuri squash seeds and enjoy this flavorful legume in your favorite culinary recipes.
