Ships in a Do Not Machine White Envelope – can take up to 10 working days. Purchase $10+ variety of items and we will ship in a padded envelope 3-5 day delivery. SWEET DUMPLING Winter Squash Cucurbita máxima Heirloom Sweet Non-GMO 30 Seeds Fresh, Pure Seed – No Fillers PRODUCT DESCRIPTION This tiny winter squash weighs in at just a half-pound, and measures just 4″ in diameter. Each plant produces about 10 pumpkin-shaped cream squashes that are mottled with dark green. Great for roasting or decorating! They will grow in about 95 days and do not need to be cured and will store for 3 or 4 months. Winter squash such as Sweet Dumpling comes from the Native Americans, developed and cultivated in their gardens long before the arrival of the explorers and settlers. Traditionally, Sweet Dumpling squash seed was grown alongside beans and corn as part of the “three sisters” group; these three vegetables greatly benefit each others’ growth. One of the sweetest available, this tiny green striped squash is often used for stuffing, individual squashes, or as an unusual serving dish. These winter squash seeds for sale will grow squashes suitable for any table. Latin Name: Cucurbita maxima Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Planting Method: Direct Sow Sunlight: Full Sun Height: 20 Inches Color: Yellow, Green HOW TO GROW Sowing: Gardeners with short growing seasons may want to start these winter squash seeds for sale indoors a month before the last expected frost. Since squashes do not take well to transplanting, peat pots are the best option. Plant two seeds per pot, later clipping off the weaker seedling. Harden the seedlings by exposing them to the weather for several hours at a time during the week before transplanting. About a week after the last frost or when the soil temperature reaches an average of 60 degrees F, plant the seedlings in very rich soil 8-10′ apart in rows 10-12′ apart. Another option is to plant the seedlings in hills of two, 8-10′ apart. To direct sow, plant the seeds a week after frost 1/2″ deep, 3-4′ apart and thin to 8-10′ apart. For companion planting benefits, plant Sweet Dumpling squash seeds along with corn but avoid planting them with potatoes. Growing: Since squash seedlings do not tolerate frost, provide protective coverings if cold weather threatens. Keep the soil moist at all times, but avoid getting the leaves wet as this can cause diseases such as rot or mildew. When the vines begin to develop, a layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and control weeds; mulch also will keep the squashes clean and protect them from too much soil contact. By midsummer, pinch off all the blooms to concentrate the plant’s energy on the developing squashes. Harvesting: Squashes can be harvested as soon as the stem begins to dry and the skin becomes too hard to pierce with a fingernail. Because cold weather can damage squashes, they should be harvested before the first frost. Cut the stem with a sharp knife, leaving a 2-3″ length.” Do not carry the squash by the stem; if the stem breaks off, use it as soon as possible, since this causes the squash to deteriorate quickly. Cure the squashes in the sun or a dry location until the stem shrivels; do not wash the ones you intend to store. WE SHIP FAST & FREE! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail. NO TRACKING. You can add TRACKING for $3.50 additional (we are just passing on what the Post Office charges us for tracking. See Shipping details to add this. Orders over $25 are shipped First Class PACKAGE with free Tracking. 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