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Growing Silver Bell Winter Squash in the Vegetable Garden

Silver Bell squash thrives when directly sown into warm garden soil after the danger of frost has passed. Seeds can also be started indoors 3-4 weeks before transplanting for an earlier harvest. Plant into mounds or rows with ample spacing to allow vines to spread. Mulching helps conserve soil moisture and suppresses weeds.

Consistent watering is key during fruit development, but avoid waterlogging. Fertilize with compost or a balanced organic fertilizer for vigorous growth.

Harvesting Silver Bell Winter Squash

Fruits are ready to harvest when the rind turns a uniform silver-gray and resists puncture by a fingernail. Cut from the vine with several inches of stem attached for best storage. Cure in a warm, dry location for 10-14 days before storing. Properly cured Silver Bell squash will keep for several months in a cool, dry place.

About Silver Bell Winter Squash Garden Seeds

Produces medium bell-shaped fruits weighing 4-6 lbs.

Sweet, dense orange flesh is excellent for baking, roasting, and soups.

Stores well through the winter when cured properly.

Tips From Our Gardeners

"Silver Bell winter squash is a lesser-known gem that deserves a spot in any garden where flavor and storage matter. The vines are vigorous and sprawling, so be sure to give them room to stretch out, but the payoff is a steady harvest of compact, bell-shaped fruits with smooth, silvery-gray skin that sets them apart from more common varieties. Inside, the flesh is a rich, golden orange that develops its full sweetness after curing. My tip is to harvest just before the first hard frost, cure the squash in a warm, dry spot for 10-14 days, and then store them in cool conditions. Once cured, Silver Bell can last for months, keeping its firm texture and rich flavor well into winter. In the kitchen, this variety is incredibly versatile: roasted halves bring out its natural sweetness, while the dense flesh holds up beautifully in soups, stews, and even baked dishes like gratin. One year, I kept a few Silver Bells in the pantry until February, and they were still as flavorful as the day I picked them. Beyond their taste and longevity, the fruits themselves add a lovely ornamental touch to fall displays thanks to their unique color. Growing Silver Bell feels like planting both a practical food source and a bit of garden beauty, making it a rewarding choice for anyone who values heirloom character, dependable storage, and consistently delicious results."

- S.W. Smith, True Leaf Market Writer

Silver Bell Winter Squash Seeds Per Package:

• 4 g Packet - Wholesale - Approximately 20 Seeds
• 1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 175 Seeds
• 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 700 Seeds
• 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 2,800 Seeds
• 5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 14,000 Seeds
• 25 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 70,000 Seeds

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