Squash (Winter)

120 days. Cucurbita pepo. Open Pollinated. Queensland Blue Squash. The plant produces good yields of large 10 to 20 lb dark bluish grey-green pumpkin shaped squash. The squash is flattened and ribbed. Very flavorful. The orange flesh is meaty and sweet, which is perfect for cooking. Stores well. This squash was introduced to the United States in 1932 by Arthur Yates & Company of Sydney. Australians love this squash and make pumpkin squash soup. An excellent choice for home gardens and specialty market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 234609. An heirloom variety from Australia. A winter squash variety.

105 days. Cucurbita maxima. Open Pollinated. Triamble Squash. The plant produces good yields of large, 10 lb, triangular-shaped, slate-blue-skinned squash. This high-quality variety is very flavorful and perfect for baking. It has fine-grained orange flesh. Stores well. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 129540. An heirloom variety from Australia. A winter squash variety.