Squash 'Marina di Chioggia'

10 seeds

How to Seed Squash ‘Marina di Chioggia’ (Cucurbita maxima)

1. When to Sow: Sow indoors in late spring (April–May), 3–4 weeks before the last frost. In warm climates, sow directly outdoors once the soil is warm and frost-free.

2. Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost or organic matter, in a sunny position.

3. Sowing: Sow seeds 2–3 cm deep in pots or directly in the ground. For outdoor sowing, plant in groups of 2–3 seeds, spacing 90–120 cm apart.

4. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water at the base to avoid wetting leaves.

5. Germination: Seeds sprout in 7–14 days at 18–25 °C.

6. Thinning: If several seeds germinate together, thin to the strongest seedling.

7. Care: Mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Feed with a potassium-rich fertilizer during fruiting. Train vines to give plants room to spread.

8. Harvesting: Harvest in late summer to autumn when fruits are fully mature, skin is hard, and stems begin to dry. Cure in a warm, dry place for longer storage.

✨ Produces large, deeply ribbed, dark green fruits with sweet, dense orange flesh. Excellent for roasting, soups, and traditional Italian dishes.