Peanut Squash Cucurbita pepo Seeds for Planting for Vegetable Patch

Peanut Squash (Cucurbita pepo) Seeds produce uniquely shaped, delicious winter squash with a sweet, nutty flavor. Named for its peanut-like bumps, this squash variety is prized for its smooth texture, high yields, and excellent storage capability.

Perfect for home gardeners, Peanut Squash plants are vigorous, productive, and easy to grow in a variety of garden settings. Their attractive appearance and rich flavor make them ideal for roasting, baking, soups, and seasonal dishes.

These Non-GMO seeds offer strong germination rates and thrive in warm-season vegetable patches, raised beds, and backyard gardens.

Features

• Distinctive peanut-shaped, bumpy exterior
• Sweet, nutty flavor with rich texture
• High-yielding and easy to grow
• Non-GMO seeds with strong germination
• Great for roasting, baking, and storing
• Suitable for vegetable patches and home gardens
• Produces hardy winter squash with good shelf life

Specifications

• Common Name: Peanut Squash
• Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo
• Type: Winter squash
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Season: Spring planting / fall harvest
• USDA Zones: 3–11
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
• Days to Germination: 7–12 days
• Days to Maturity: 90–110 days
• Plant Spread: 4–6 feet
• Watering: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Uses: Roasting, baking, soups, long storage

Planting Guide

• Direct Sow: Plant outdoors after the last frost when soil reaches 70°F.
• Sowing Depth: 1 inch deep.
• Spacing: 3–4 feet apart in rows or mounds.
• Soil Needs: Well-drained, nutrient-rich soil.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist; avoid overwatering.
• Sunlight: Requires full sun for optimal yields.
• Harvest: Pick when skins are hard and fully colored.