Kurinishiki' is a small (3—4 pound), reliable kabocha squash. Kabocha means "pumpkin" or "winter squash" in Japanese and are traditionally made into soups or tempura. Use it just like any other winter squash, and the possibilities are endless. Similar to a sweet potato in flavor and texture, this squash is a favorite in many Asian countries. Allow room for vines ranging 4'—12' long. Stores up to 5 months.
Days to Maturity: 95 days
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Type: Kabocha Squash, Winter Squash
Native: Argentina and Uruguay
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: 4'–12' vines
Variety Info: 3–4-pound, flattened globe-shape fruits are dark, greenish-gray with pale green striping. Flesh is yellow-orange, very sweet, and smooth when cooked.
Attributes: Frost Sensitive
Photos and plant information courtesy of botanicalinterests.com
Kurinishiki' is a small (3—4 pound), reliable kabocha squash. Kabocha means "pumpkin" or "winter squash" in Japanese and are traditionally made into soups or tempura. Use it just like any other winter squash, and the possibilities are endless. Similar to a sweet potato in flavor and texture, this squash is a favorite in many Asian countries. Allow room for vines ranging 4'—12' long. Stores up to 5 months.
Days to Maturity: 95 days
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Type: Kabocha Squash, Winter Squash
Native: Argentina and Uruguay
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: 4'–12' vines
Variety Info: 3–4-pound, flattened globe-shape fruits are dark, greenish-gray with pale green striping. Flesh is yellow-orange, very sweet, and smooth when cooked.
Attributes: Frost Sensitive
Photos and plant information courtesy of botanicalinterests.com