Winter Squash - Uchiki Kuri ECO

Start the seeds indoors in moist potting soil or vegetable soil, one seed per pot. Cover the seeds with transparent coverings that have air holes for optimal germination, but it can also be done without coverings. Place the seeds at around 25°C before germination and at around 20°C and as brightly as possible after germination. One tip for getting thick and lush plants is to use plant lighting or make sure they are in a sunny window. When the roots start to show on the bottom of the pots, it's time to transplant them into larger pots or planters.

Plant outdoors when the plants have been properly hardened off in a warm and protected location, or in a greenhouse. This variety needs plenty of space to grow and produce fruit in a sunny and protected location. Uchiki Kuri prefers sandy loam or light clay soil, and requires plenty of nutrients and water throughout the summer season. Fertilizing multiple times is a good tip for a successful harvest! This variety likes to climb, so if there are issues with pests like snails, it's possible to use a trellis or some other type of support for the vines to climb on.

Harvest as late as possible in the fall before the frost arrives. The variety can also ripen indoors if needed, and don't forget that the pumpkins taste best after being stored for 2-4 months.