Squash Seeds - Winter - Japanese Red Kuri (Uchiki Kuri)
95 days to maturity. Cucurbita maxima. Japanese Red Kuri (Uchiki Kuri) Winter Squash Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, heirloom, open-pollinated. Suitable for growing in fields, garden plots, raised beds, and containers. Teardrop-shaped fruits ripen to vivid red-orange with sweet, chestnutlike, fiberless flesh perfect for roasting, soups, and baking; they cure and store well for months. ~175 seeds/oz.
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Growing Japanese Red Kuri (Uchiki Kuri) Winter Squash in the Vegetable Garden
Sow seeds 1 inch deep outdoors after frost when soil is warm, or start indoors 3-4 weeks early in biodegradable pots to prevent root disturbance. Space plants 36-48 inches apart, with 60-72 inches between rows to allow vigorous vines to run. Mulch and provide consistent moisture for steady growth.
Fertilize with compost or a balanced fertilizer at planting and when vines begin to run. Encourage pollinators and avoid overhead watering to reduce mildew pressure. Good companions include corn and beans; avoid potatoes.
Harvesting of Japanese Red Kuri (Uchiki Kuri) Winter Squash
Harvest when rinds are hard and uniformly red-orange and stems are dry and corky—before hard frost. Cut fruit, leaving 2-3 inches of stem. Cure for 10-14 days in a warm, dry, well-ventilated place around 80 to 85 F, then store in a cool, dry place. Properly cured fruits keep for months.
About Japanese Red Kuri (Uchiki Kuri) Winter Squash Garden Seeds
Also known as Uchiki Kuri, this popular Japanese selection is prized for reliable yields and superb flavor reminiscent of roasted chestnuts. Compact teardrop fruits with small seed cavities provide high usable flesh for roasting, curries, and velvety soups.
Open-pollinated heirloom well adapted across regions; valued for culinary quality and storage.
Stories/Tips From Our Gardeners
"Roast whole halves cut-side down until caramelized, then scoop for ultra-smooth puree perfect for kabocha-style tempura or silky soup."
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- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer |
Japanese Red Kuri (Uchiki Kuri) Winter Squash Seeds Per Package:
- 4 g Packet - Approximately 25 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 175 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 700 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 2,800 Seeds
Non-GMO Japanese Red Kuri (Uchiki Kuri) Winter Squash seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
=======Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Cucurbita maxima |
| Japanese Red Kuri Winter Squash Color: | Red-orange rind; deep golden flesh |
| Japanese Red Kuri Winter Squash Flavor: | Sweet, nutty, chestnutlike |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Annual 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Days to Maturity: | 95 |
| Days to Germination: | 7-14 |
| Seeding Depth: | 1 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 36-48 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 60-72 inches |
| Plant Height: | 12-24 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Vining |
| Soil Preference: | Rich, well-drained soil with steady moisture; amend with compost. pH 6.0-6.8. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer 70-95 F |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | Yes |
| Start Indoors: | Yes, 3-4 weeks before transplanting. |
| Plant Width: | 72-120 inches |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Germination Temperature: | 70-95 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Monitor for squash bugs, squash vine borer, and powdery mildew. |
| Garden Size: | Fields, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container |
| Climate Tolerance: | Heat, Drought |