SQUASH: HIDATSA

(CUCURBITA MAXIMA)

 

This is a 3 sisters Native American Heirloom cultivated by the Hidatsa tribe in what is now North Dakota. With its beautifully blush skin and orangey/pink flesh it is a truly delicious gourd which stores very well. A rich flavour to match it’s rich history.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: OCT, NOV, DEC

Temperate:  SEP, OCT, NOV, DEC

Sub – Tropical: AUG – APR

Tropical: FEB – OCT

Arid: SEP – JAN

 

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6.5-7.5

Well-drained soil.

GROWING TIPS

Direct sow or seedling tray 1.5 – 2cm deep and keep moist.

Plant 1m apart.

Frost tender.

Full sun.

 

DAYS TO HARVEST

100 Days

APPROX 5 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATED SEED 100% TASMANIAN GROWN

GROWN ORGANICALLY