25 Queensland Blue Pumpkin Seeds – Heirloom Winter Squash for Cooking & Storage

Queensland Blue Pumpkin is a classic Australian heirloom winter squash prized for its sweet, dense orange flesh and excellent keeping quality. The large, slate-blue fruits develop a hard rind that helps them store well after harvest, making them a favorite for home gardeners who want a reliable crop for soups, roasting, and baking. This variety is well-suited to garden beds and can be grown in most temperate climates with proper care.

Whether you are growing for fresh eating or winter storage, Queensland Blue Pumpkin offers vigorous vines and productive yields. The fruits typically weigh several pounds and can be used in a wide range of culinary applications. Start seeds indoors or direct sow after the last frost for a rewarding harvest in late summer to fall.

Plant Features

• Heirloom winter squash variety with sweet, deep orange flesh
• Large, slate-blue fruits with a hard rind for extended storage
• Vigorous vining growth habit
• Excellent for roasting, soups, pies, and baking
• Productive plants that perform well in full sun

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable (winter squash)
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Vining
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–11 as an annual
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: Vines can spread 10–15 feet or more
• Germination Requirements: Soil temperature 70–95°F; germinates in 7–14 days
• Spacing: 24–36 inches between plants, with rows 6–8 feet apart

Planting & Care

Sow Queensland Blue Pumpkin seeds outdoors after the last frost date, when soil has warmed to at least 70°F. Plant seeds 1 inch deep in hills or rows, spacing as recommended. For earlier starts, begin seeds indoors 3–4 weeks before transplanting, using biodegradable pots to avoid root disturbance. Keep soil evenly moist during germination and provide consistent watering throughout the growing season, especially during fruit development.

These vigorous vines benefit from ample space and can be trained to climb a sturdy trellis or allowed to sprawl. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest fruits when the rind is hard and the stem begins to dry; cure in a warm, dry place for several days before storing in a cool, dry location. With proper care, Queensland Blue Pumpkins can store for several months.

What's Included

25 Queensland Blue Pumpkin seeds.