Squash Seeds - Winter - Blue Magic Hybrid
100 days to maturity. Cucurbita maxima. Blue Magic Hybrid Winter Squash Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, hybrid. This is suitable for growing in fields, containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Mini Blue Hubbard type with dense, fine-grained flesh and classic blue-gray rind. Semi-vining plants produce uniform 4 to 6-pound fruits that store well and roast sweet and nutty. ~250 seeds/oz.
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Growing Blue Magic Hybrid Winter Squash in the Vegetable Garden
Sow outdoors after frost when soil is warm, or start indoors 3 to 4 weeks early in biodegradable cells to avoid root disturbance. Plant 2 to 3 seeds per hill and thin to the strongest seedling. Provide 36 to 48 inches between plants and 60 to 72 inches between rows. Mulch to conserve moisture and reduce weeds.
Side-dress at vining and early fruit set. Train vines to keep paths open. Encourage pollinators for best yields, and support fruit on straw or boards to keep rinds clean and dry.
Harvesting of Blue Magic Hybrid Winter Squash
Harvest when rinds are hard, color is uniform blue-gray, and stems turn corky. Cut with 2 to 4 inches of stem. Cure 10 to 14 days in a warm, dry, airy place, then store at 50 to 60 F with ventilation for several months.
About Blue Magic Hybrid Winter Squash Garden Seeds
Blue Magic F1 is a miniature Blue Hubbard bred for today’s kitchens while keeping the classic eating quality of the type. Semi-vining plants carry uniform 4 to 6 pound fruit with thick, fine-grained flesh that shines in roasting, soups, and baking.
The compact size makes portioning and storage convenient without sacrificing sweetness or texture. A reliable keeper with attractive market appeal.
Stories/Tips From Our Gardeners
"Let fruit mature fully, then cure warm for two weeks. Flavor deepens noticeably after a month of storage, making late-season roasts especially rich."
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- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer |
Blue Magic Hybrid Winter Squash Seeds Per Package:
- 4 g Packet - Approximately 25 Seeds
- 1 oz - Bulk - Approximately 250 Seeds
- 4 oz - Bulk - Approximately 1,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Bulk - Approximately 4,000 Seeds
- 5 lb - Bulk - Approximately 20,000 Seeds
- 25 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 100,000 Seeds
Non-GMO Blue Magic Hybrid Winter Squash seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
=======Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Cucurbita maxima |
| Blue Magic Hybrid Winter Squash Color: | Blue-gray rind; deep orange flesh |
| Blue Magic Hybrid Winter Squash Flavor: | Sweet, nutty, and fine-grained when roasted |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Annual 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Days to Maturity: | 100 |
| Days to Germination: | 7 to 14 |
| Seeding Depth: | 1 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 36 to 48 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 36 to 48 inches |
| Plant Height: | 12 to 24 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Vining |
| Soil Preference: | Rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; pH 6.0 to 6.8. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer 70 to 95 F |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | Yes |
| Start Indoors: | Yes, 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting. |
| Plant Width: | 36 to 60 inches |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Germination Temperature: | 70 to 95 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Monitor for squash bugs, vine borers, cucumber beetles, and powdery mildew. Use row cover until flowering and water at the soil line to limit foliar disease. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container, Fields |
| Climate Tolerance: | Heat, Humidity |