Organic 'Red Kuri' Squash

'Red Kuri' squash (Cucurbita maxima), offered by Ferme Tourne-Sol

The 'Red Kuri' squash is a Hubbard -type variety, recognizable by its bright orange-red skin and its sweet, dense, and fragrant orange flesh . Highly prized for soups, purées, and roasted dishes, it combines exceptional flavor with excellent storage qualities.

Vigorous and productive, 'Red Kuri' is a must-have for autumn gardens and a prized choice for gourmet kitchens.

Type: Annual winter squash
Plant type: Runner
Quantity per packet: 20 seeds
Maturity: Approximately 90 days
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Uses: Soups, purees, roasts
Companion plants: Corn, beans, nasturtium
Enemy plants: Potato

Farming method

Sow after the last frost , either directly or after starting indoors. Plant in full sun , in rich soil. Harvest when fully ripe and the stem is dry.