Squash Seeds - Uchiki Red Kuri (Organic)

Squash Seeds – Uchiki Red Kuri (Organic)

~15 Seeds

Uchiki Red Kuri Organic Squash is a stunning winter squash with smooth, deep red-orange skin and sweet, nutty flesh reminiscent of chestnuts. This compact, bush‑type squash is perfect for smaller gardens, raised beds, or home orchards, producing high yields of easily harvested fruits. Its rich, creamy flesh is ideal for soups, roasting, purees, and pies, making it a versatile ingredient in the kitchen.

Easy to grow and naturally disease‑resistant, Uchiki Red Kuri thrives in warm summer conditions and stores well through the winter months. Organic certified, this heirloom variety brings both beautiful colour and exceptional flavour to your garden and kitchen, delivering reliable performance and culinary satisfaction year after year.

• Organic certified
• Compact bush habit
• Nutty, sweet flesh
• Winter squash — stores well
• High yielding
• Versatile in the kitchen

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Cucurbita maxima
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Seed Type: Organic, Open Pollinated
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Plant Height: Bush habit — 24–36 in / 60–90 cm spread
• Seed Depth: ½–1 in / 1.3–2.5 cm
• Spacing: 24–36 in / 60–90 cm between plants
• Bloom Time: Mid to late summer (fruiting period)
• Days to Maturity: 90–100 days
• Edible / Toxic: Edible
• Germination: 7–10 days at 21–27 °C (70–80 °F)

Growing Instructions

Direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil is warm, or start indoors 2–4 weeks early and transplant carefully. Sow seeds ½–1 inch (1.3–2.5 cm) deep in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Space plants 24–36 in (60–90 cm) apart to allow airflow and healthy growth. Keep soil consistently moist and mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest fruits when the rind is hard and fully coloured; mature squash can be stored in a cool, dry place for several months.

FAQ

Q: How do you prepare Uchiki Red Kuri squash?
A: Its sweet, nutty flesh can be roasted, pureed for soups, mashed, or used in pies and other baked dishes.

Q: Is this squash easy to grow in small gardens?
A: Yes — its compact bush habit makes Uchiki Red Kuri ideal for smaller spaces, containers, or raised beds.