25 Seeds Calabaza Squash Cucurbita moschata Winter Squash Heirloom

Calabaza squash seeds produce vigorous, vining plants yielding dense, sweet-fleshed fruits with a warm nutty flavor. This traditional tropical variety is prized for its versatility in soups, stews, and roasting, with a mottled green to tan rind that stores exceptionally well. These seeds are ideal for autumn harvests, adding robust, hearty flavor to the kitchen garden.
Species: Cucurbita moschata
Variety: Calabaza
Type: Winter squash
Plant habit: Vining
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, fertile loam
Days to harvest: 100-120
Zones: 3-12
Germination: 7-14 days at 70-85°F
Sowing: Sow directly after last frost or start indoors 3-4 weeks early
Spacing: 36-48 inches apart
Notes: Fruits weigh 5-10 pounds; harvest after skin hardens