Marina Di Chioggia Italian Winter Squash 20 Seeds

Marina di Chioggia Italian Winter Squash
(Cucurbita maxima) Marina di Chioggia is an heirloom treasure from the seaside town of Chioggia, Italy. This unique winter squash is known for its deeply wrinkled, bumpy, dark green-blue skin and incredibly sweet, dry orange flesh. Prized by chefs and gardeners alike, it’s perfect for roasting, soups, gnocchi, and Italian-style desserts. A true gourmet variety with Old World charm!

Plant Features:

• Fruit size: 10–12 lbs (4.5–5.5 kg)

• Shape: Round, slightly flattened, deeply ribbed

• Skin: Dark green-blue, heavily warted

• Flesh: Rich orange, dense, dry and sweet

• Vines: Vigorous, long trailing

• Days to maturity: 100–110 days

Planting Instructions:

• Direct Sow Outdoors: After the last frost when soil is warm (21°C or 70°F)

• Start Indoors: 3–4 weeks before last frost; transplant with care

• Depth: 1 inch (2.5 cm)

• Spacing: 3–5 feet (1–1.5 m) apart or in hills 4–6 feet (1.2–1.8 m) apart

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy

• Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost

• Fertilizer: Apply balanced organic fertilizer during growth and flowering

Harvesting:
Harvest when the skin hardens and colour deepens. Cut with stem attached and cure in a warm, dry spot for 10–14 days. Store in a cool, dry place for long winter use.

Highlights:

• Distinctive Italian heirloom

• Rich flavour and dry texture

• Beautiful, long-storing fruits

• Culinary favourite for authentic dishes