'Blue Magic' Winter Squash
description
Small blue Hubbard squash, sweet and perfect for small spaces
Winter squash “Blue Magic” ( Cucurbita maxima ), offered by OSC Seeds
This miniature blue Hubbard squash produces fruit weighing around 2.5 kg , with the same sweet flavor, fine-grained flesh, and blue-gray rind as the larger, traditional varieties. The vigorous, productive, semi-vine plants offer a good harvest without requiring too much space. Ideal for small families or those who love Hubbard squash but don't want to cook a huge one, it can even be trained on a trellis for compact gardening.
Propagation: Indoor sowing or direct sowing in late spring
Height/growth habit: Semi-vine-like
Package size: Approximately 10 seeds
Harvest time: 100 days
Frost tolerance: Killed by frost
Companion plants: Corn, beans, nasturtiums
Incompatible plants: Squash plants too close together (competition)
Planting and maintenance:
Sow indoors 2 to 3 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors once the soil has warmed up. Plant in full sun , in rich, loose, well-drained soil. Provide ample space, or use a sturdy trellis to save room. Water deeply but avoid overwatering. Harvest when the skin is firm and the blue-grey color is well developed. Store in a cool, dry place for excellent winter preservation.
