Magda Squash Seeds – 25 Pale Green Cousa-Type Heirloom Seeds for Planting

Magda squash is a cousa-type summer squash prized for its pale green skin and mild, sweet flavor. This heirloom variety produces blocky, slightly tapered fruits that are excellent for stuffing, grilling, or sautéing. The compact plants are well-suited to home gardens and raised beds, offering a steady harvest throughout the season.

With its Middle Eastern origins, Magda squash brings a unique and versatile option to the vegetable garden. The fruits are best harvested when young and tender, around 6 to 8 inches long, for peak flavor and texture.

Plant Features

• Pale green skin with creamy white flesh
• Mild, sweet flavor ideal for fresh eating or cooking
• Compact, bushy growth habit
• Heirloom variety
• Produces over a long season when picked regularly

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo
• Plant Type: Annual summer squash
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Bush
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-11 (grown as annual)
• Days to Maturity: Approximately 50-60 days
• Spacing: 24-36 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Magda squash seeds outdoors after the last frost date, when soil temperatures have warmed to at least 60°F (15°C). Plant seeds 1 inch deep in hills or rows, spacing them 24-36 inches apart. For earlier harvests, start seeds indoors 2-3 weeks before the last frost and transplant carefully.

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, and mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly when plants begin to bloom. Harvest fruits regularly to encourage continued production. Monitor for common squash pests and diseases, and provide good air circulation.

What's Included

25 Magda Squash Seeds