Grow Cushaw Pumpkin Seeds, a traditional heirloom squash known for its long curved neck, distinctive striped skin, and sweet, firm flesh. Cushaw pumpkins are highly valued for their resilience, large yields, and exceptional flavor in baking, roasting, and homestyle cooking. With strong vines and heat tolerance, this variety performs exceptionally well in warm climates and spreads vigorously to produce multiple large fruits per plant.
These Non-GMO Cushaw Pumpkin Seeds thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. Popular in home gardens for their easy growth, long storage life, and delicious flavor profile, Cushaw pumpkins are a favorite among growers looking for high productivity and hardy plants.
Features
- Easy-to-grow heirloom pumpkin variety.
- Long-necked fruits with sweet, smooth flesh.
- Vigorous vines with excellent heat tolerance.
- Ideal for baking, roasting, and home cooking.
- Non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom seeds.
- High-yield plants that produce multiple large fruits.
- Stores well for extended use after harvest.
Specifications
- Plant Name: Cushaw Pumpkin
- Plant Type: Warm-season vining pumpkin variety
- Growth Habit: Long, sprawling vines with large fruits
- Seed Type: Open-pollinated, Non-GMO
- Heirloom: Yes
- USDA Zones: Best in Zones 3–11
- Growing Season: Spring through summer after frost
- Sun Requirement: Full sun
- Days to Maturity: 95–120 days
- Germination Temperature: 70°F–95°F (21°C–35°C)
- Plant Height: Vines spreading 8–15 feet
- Plant Spacing: 36–60 inches apart
- Soil Preference: Well-drained, warm, fertile soil
- Water Requirement: Regular watering at soil level
- Support Needed: Optional; vines can sprawl or be trellised for smaller fruits
- Growth Advantage: High yield, heat tolerant, long storage life
Planting Guide
- Direct sow seeds outdoors in warm soil after frost.
- Plant seeds 1 inch deep with spacing for vine spread.
- Choose full sun to maximize fruit size and yield.
- Water consistently at the base; avoid wetting foliage.
- Mulch to retain soil warmth and moisture.
- Let vines sprawl or provide trellis support for smaller fruit.
- Harvest when skin is fully colored and rind is firm.
- Cure in warm, dry conditions for several days to extend storage.
- Store in a cool, dry location for long-term use.
