Add a touch of heritage and flavor to your garden with Cushaw Green-Striped Pumpkin Seeds, a classic heirloom variety known for its large, striped green fruits and sweet, tender flesh. These vigorous vines are perfect for home gardeners looking for high-quality pumpkins that are excellent for pies, baking, and autumn decorations. Cushaw pumpkins are long-storing and reliable, making them a favorite for gardeners seeking both beauty and utility.

Features:

1. Variety: Cushaw Green-Striped (Heirloom)
2. Type: Winter pumpkin
3. Growth Habit: Vigorous, trailing vine
4. Fruit Characteristics: Large, green-striped, tender, and sweet flesh
5. Light Requirements: Full sun
6. Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
7. Suitable For: Outdoor gardens, raised beds, and large containers

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Non-GMO heirloom vegetable seeds
2. Planting Season: Late spring to early summer (after frost risk passes)
3. USDA Zones: 3–10
4. Planting Depth: 1 inch (2.5 cm)
5. Spacing: 36–48 inches (90–120 cm) between plants; 6–8 feet (1.8–2.4 m) between rows
6. Germination Time: 7–14 days
7. Days to Maturity: 100–120 days
8. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, avoid waterlogging
9. Temperature: Warm soil (70–90°F / 21–32°C) for best germination
10. Harvest Time: When rind hardens and color deepens
11. Indoor/Outdoor: Best suited for outdoor planting

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds directly outdoors after last frost in warm soil.
2. Provide ample spacing for sprawling vines to grow.
3. Water consistently and mulch around plants to retain moisture.
4. Harvest when pumpkins reach full size and rind is firm.
5. Store in a cool, dry place for long-term use.