Winter Squash Marina di Chioggia Seeds For Planting - Heirloom Variety for Gardening Enthusiasts and Winter Harvests

Key Attributes :

Product Name             : Winter Squash 'Marina di Chioggia'

Quantity                      : Available in packs of 100, 500, or 1000 seeds

Mature Height            : Vines can reach 10-15 feet in length, with fruit weighing 10-12 pounds

Light Requirements   : Full sun

Soil Requirements      : Well-draining, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8

Uses                             : Culinary (soups, roasting, baking), ornamental (decorative fall displays)

Product Details

Germination Rate           : High

Seeds Freshness              : New, ensuring optimal germination

Origin                               : Sustainably sourced

Shelf Life                          : Best planted within 1 year for maximum germination

Planting Instructions

Seed Preparation

Pre-soaking                     : Optional, but soaking seeds in water for 24 hours before planting can enhance germination rates.

Warmth                           : Ensure seeds are kept in a warm environment prior to planting, ideally between 70-85°F.

Sowing

Direct Sowing:

Timing                    : Sow seeds directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and the soil temperature is at least 70°F.

Spacing                  : Sow seeds 1 inch deep, spacing them 3-4 feet apart in rows or hills. If planting in hills, space hills about 6-8 feet apart.

Indoor Sowing:

Timing                    : Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost.

Containers             : Use peat pots or seed trays with a good seed starting mix.

Depth                     : Plant seeds 1 inch deep.

Transplanting         : Transplant seedlings outdoors when they have at least two sets of true leaves and the weather is warm.

Germination

Temperature           : Maintain a temperature of 70-85°F for optimal germination.

Time                         : Seeds typically germinate within 7-14 days.

Moisture                  : Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the germination period.

Transplanting

Timing                    : Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost date and when the soil is warm.

Hardening Off          : Gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions over a period of 7-10 days before transplanting.

Spacing                     : Plant seedlings 3-4 feet apart in rows or hills, ensuring each plant has enough space to grow.

Care and Maintenance

Watering            : Provide regular, deep watering, especially during dry periods. Avoid overhead watering to minimize the risk of disease.

Mulching          : Apply mulch around the plants to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature.