Winter Squash Sunshine Vegetable Seeds For Planting: Expert Gardening Guide for a Bountiful Harvest of Nutritious and Delicious Squash All Winter Long

Key Attributes :

Product Name               : Winter Squash 'Sunshine'

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

Mature Height             : Vines can spread up to 10-15 feet; fruit size is typically 3-4 pounds each

Light Requirements     : Full sun (at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day)

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

Uses                                : Ideal for baking, roasting, soups, and purees; known for its sweet, nutty flavor and smooth texture

Product Details

Germinate 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

Soak Seeds:

Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting to enhance germination rates.

Warm Soil:

Ensure soil temperature is at least 70°F (21°C) for optimal germination.

Sowing

Direct Sowing:

Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date.

Plant seeds 1 inch deep in small hills or mounds spaced 4-6 feet apart.

Place 2-3 seeds per hill and thin to the strongest seedling.

Indoor Starting (Optional):

Start seeds indoors 2-4 weeks before the last frost.

Use peat pots or seed trays with a quality seed starting mix.

Transplant seedlings when they have at least two sets of true leaves.

Germination

Temperature:

Keep soil consistently warm (70-90°F or 21-32°C) for best germination.

Time:

Seeds typically germinate in 7-10 days.

Transplanting

Timing:

Transplant seedlings outdoors when the danger of frost has passed and soil is warm.

Spacing:

Space plants 4-6 feet apart in rows 6-8 feet apart.

Care and Maintenance

Watering:

Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water at the base of the plants to avoid wetting the foliage.

Mulching:

Apply a layer of mulch around the plants to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

Supporting Vines:

If space is limited, consider using trellises or supports for the vines.

Harvesting:

Harvest when the fruits have a deep orange color and hard skin, usually 90-100 days after planting.

Cut the squash from the vine, leaving a few inches of stem attached.