10 Seeds Jade Knight Pumpkin Cucurbita maxima Winter Squash

Jade Knight Pumpkin is a distinctive winter squash variety of Cucurbita maxima, known for its striking dark green skin and deep orange, sweet flesh. These pumpkins produce fruits with a flattened, slightly ribbed shape and solid, uniform color, making them an attractive choice for gardeners who want both visual appeal and reliable yields in the autumn garden.
Jade Knight pumpkins are excellent for culinary use, with firm, sweet flesh that works well in soups, roasting, pies, and preserves, and their sturdy rinds support good storage through the cooler months. The vines grow vigorously and set fruit over an extended season, making them suitable for home vegetable plots, raised beds, and larger garden spaces where their trailing habit can spread freely.
Species: Cucurbita maxima
Variety: Jade Knight
Type: Winter squash
Plant_Habit: Vining
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, fertile, organic-rich
Days_to_Harvest: 90-100
Zones: 3-11
Germination: 7-14 days at 70-85F
Sowing: Start indoors 2-4 weeks before last frost or direct sow after danger of frost has passed
Spacing: 24-36 inches between plants, 6-10 feet between rows
Notes: Harvest when rind is firm and color is fully developed