Winter squash 'Uchiki Kuri'

Cucurbita maxima

How to grow Winter squash 'Uchiki Kuri'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Uchiki Kuri is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Uchiki Kuri needs a soil ph of 6.1 to 7.5 (weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil).

Growing Uchiki Kuri from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 2.28 feet (70.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 1.17 inches (3.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 21°C / 70°F.

Transplanting Uchiki Kuri

Uchiki Kuri is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Uchiki Kuri

Other Names for Winter squash 'Uchiki Kuri'

Onion Squash, Japanese Squash, Orange Hokkaido Squash, Baby Red Hubbard Squash