Queensland Blue Squash
Cucurbita maxima | SKU: 0877
$3.75 to $12.08
- Dark blue-green ribbed rind
- Bright orange, sugary and meaty flesh
- Foliage is gray-green
- Winter squash for storage
- 110-120 days
Item Details
(C. maxima) An “Australian Blue” squash directly imported into the United States in 1932 from Arthur Yates and Company of Sydney. Dark blue-green ribbed rind with flesh that is meaty, sugary, brilliant orange, and abundant. Striking gray foliage. Late to mature, long shelf life. 110-120 days.
Learn to Grow Queensland Blue Squash
Direct Seed: 1" Deep
Seeds to Hill: 6-8 Seeds
Thin: To 3-4 Plants
Light: Full Sun
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed. Hills should be spaced 6' apart in all directions. Can also be started indoors 3 weeks before transplanting out.