Cushaw Green Striped Pumpkin Seeds – 20 Heirloom Winter Squash Seeds (Cucurbita argyrosperma)

Cushaw Green Striped Pumpkin is a treasured heirloom winter squash known for its large, teardrop-shaped fruits with creamy white and green stripes. Also called Green Striped Cushaw, this variety belongs to Cucurbita argyrosperma and produces sweet, fine-textured flesh that is excellent for pies, baking, and roasting. Its vigorous vines and ornamental fruits make it a standout in both vegetable gardens and decorative displays.

Easy to grow and reliable, Cushaw Green Striped Pumpkin thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. The fruits store well after harvest, providing winter meals long after the growing season ends. Whether you are an heirloom enthusiast or a home gardener looking for a versatile winter squash, this variety is a rewarding choice.

Plant Features

• Heirloom winter squash with distinctive green and white striped skin
• Sweet, orange flesh ideal for pies, baking, and roasting
• Vigorous vining growth habit
• Excellent storage quality after harvest
• Attractive fruits that double as fall decorations

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Cucurbita argyrosperma
• Plant Type: Annual winter squash
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Vining
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-11 (grown as annual)
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: Vines can reach 10-15 feet or more
• Spacing: 36-48 inches between plants

Planting & Care

Sow Cushaw Green Striped Pumpkin seeds outdoors after the last frost date, when soil temperatures have warmed to at least 65°F (18°C). Plant seeds 1 inch deep in hills or rows, spacing 36-48 inches apart. For earlier starts, begin seeds indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost in biodegradable pots to minimize root disturbance.

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during flowering and fruit development. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Provide ample space for vines to spread, or trellis them to save garden space. Harvest fruits when the rind is hard and the stem begins to dry, typically 100-110 days after planting. Cure fruits in a warm, dry place for 7-10 days before storing.

What's Included

20 Cushaw Green Striped Pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita argyrosperma).