Zapallo Plomo Seeds offer a traditional gray-skinned squash variety known for its rich flavor, firm texture, and excellent storage capability. This productive plant develops large, rounded fruits with smooth gray rinds and deep-colored, flavorful flesh. Ideal for home gardeners seeking a resilient and long-season vegetable variety, Zapallo Plomo grows well in warm climates and spreads vigorously in open garden spaces.
These non-GMO seeds deliver reliable germination and strong plant performance. Zapallo Plomo is well-suited for baking, roasting, soups, and seasonal cooking. Its robust vines thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for backyard gardens and vegetable plots.
Features
• Traditional gray-skinned Zapallo Plomo squash variety
• High-yielding, vigorous vine growth
• Non-GMO seeds with strong germination
• Firm, flavorful orange flesh
• Long storage capability
• Tolerates warm climates and long seasons
• Suitable for home gardens and large growing spaces
Specifications
• Common Name: Zapallo Plomo
• Seed Type: Squash Vegetable Seeds
• Plant Type: Annual vine
• Seed Quality: Non-GMO
• Heirloom: Yes
• USDA Zones: 3–10
• Season: Late spring to early summer planting
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Rich, loose, well-drained soil
• Days to Germination: 7–12 days
• Days to Maturity: 95–110 days
• Watering Needs: Moderate and consistent
• Spacing: 3–6 feet between plants
• Growth Habit: Sprawling vine
• Temperature Range: Thrives in 70–90°F
• Use: Baking, roasting, soups, long-term storage
• Plant Characteristics: Gray rind, thick flesh, vigorous vines
Planting Guide
• Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost.
• Plant seeds 1 inch deep in warm soil above 70°F.
• Space plants 3–6 feet apart to allow vine spread.
• Provide full sun exposure for strong growth.
• Keep soil evenly moist but avoid waterlogged conditions.
• Harvest when the rind turns firm and fully gray.