{"product_id":"kabocha-squash-10-seeds","title":"Kabocha Squash 10 Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKabocha squash is a beloved Japanese winter squash known for its deep green skin, rich orange flesh, and exceptionally sweet, nutty flavour. Often described as a cross between pumpkin and sweet potato, kabocha is dense, dry, and creamy when cooked—perfect for roasting, soups, curries, and tempura.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"720\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVigorous vines produce medium-sized, round to slightly flattened fruits weighing 2–4 kg. The thick rind allows for excellent storage, making kabocha a great choice for long-term winter use. Plants are productive and well-suited to home gardens with adequate space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlesh and Flavour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dense, yellow-orange flesh with a sweet, nutty, and chestnut-like flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4-5 lbs, up to 8 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dark Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vigorous trailing vines \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 85-95 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent storage ability, lasting for months in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cb\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2–3 weeks before last frost (optional)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e After all risk of frost when soil is warm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7–10 days at 21–30°C (70–85°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 90–120 cm (36–48\")\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSun:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow in rich, well-draining soil with consistent moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulch to conserve water and suppress weeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest when the stem becomes dry, brown, and hard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCure briefly in a warm, dry location to extend storage life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKabocha squash is often called a \"Japanese pumpkin\" and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoffers outstanding flavour, versatility, and dependable yields.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vkekvd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LIZA'S PLANTS YYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51396056449320,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/4694\/5064\/files\/Kabocha.jpg?v=1770153600","url":"https:\/\/lizasplantsyyc.com\/products\/kabocha-squash-10-seeds","provider":"LIZA'S PLANTS YYC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}