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Squash Seeds (Winter) - Turks Turban

Wonderful culinary and ornamental use

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Climbing
Attracts Bees
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Reduces Erosion
Suppresses Weeds

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Cucurbita maxima

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 90 to 120 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Climbing

COLOR

  • Orange
  • Red

This unique heirloom from the 1820s is related to pumpkins, squash and gourds and looks other-worldly! The bottom half is usually a solid color and the top is generally beige with streaks of reddish orange and dark green. Turk's Turban can be used in any of your favorite squash recipes - roasted, baked, steamed, in soups or on the grill. Or just enjoy the ornamental use in your fall displays!

  • • A head-turner in the garden
  • • Wonderful flavor
  • • Prefers Full Sun Exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/2 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • High

PLANT SPACING

  • 24 to 36 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 20
1 Ounce 190

Planting Guide

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    Squash Seeds (Winter) - Turks Turban FAQs

    How big will Turks Turban Squash get?

    Turks Turban Squash grows to 12 inches in diameter, 3 to 5 pounds.

    What is the flavor profile of Turks Turban Squash?

    Turks Turban Squash has a flavor profile described as mildly sweet, nutty, and firm & slightly dry texture.

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