{"product_id":"squash-seeds-winter-black-futsu","title":"Squash Seeds - Winter - Black Futsu","description":"\u003cp\u003e100-105 days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e. Black Futsu Winter Squash Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, heirloom, open-pollinated. This crop is suitable for growing in fields, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Black Futsu is a distinctive Japanese winter squash with deeply ribbed, bumpy fruit that matures from deep black-green to a warm orange-buff with a natural gray bloom. Thin, edible skin and fine, nutty orange flesh shine when roasted, fried, pureed, or pickled, and fruits store well for months. ~310 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/the-vegetable-growing-guide-from-true-leaf-market\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100-105\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 to 14\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36 to 48 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72 to 96 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 to 180 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vining\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; pH 6.0 to 6.8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer 70 to 95 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 to 90 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use row cover until flowering to reduce cucumber beetles and squash bugs. Rotate crops, water at the soil level, and provide airflow to limit powdery mildew and other foliar disease pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Futsu Winter Squash Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black-green rind curing to orange buff; orange flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Futsu Winter Squash Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutty, rich, and sweet with fine texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container, Fields\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Black Futsu Winter Squash in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow after the last frost once the soil is warm, planting 1 inch deep. In shorter seasons, start indoors 3 to 4 weeks before transplanting and set out after frost. Plant in full sun and provide plenty of space for long vines, or train to a sturdy support for better airflow and cleaner fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep moisture consistent during flowering and fruit fill, and mulch to reduce weeds and stabilize soil moisture. Remove row covers once flowers open to allow pollination. If saving seed, isolate from other \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting of Black Futsu Winter Squash\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when the rind is hard, and the stem begins to cork and dry. Cut fruit with a short stem attached and cure in a warm, dry place with good airflow. Proper curing improves storage life and helps flavor develop before long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Black Futsu Winter Squash Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Futsu is an heirloom Japanese winter squash prized for its dramatic texture and color shift as it cures. Fruits are squat and heavily ribbed, often showing a natural gray bloom, with bright orange flesh and thin, edible skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoast wedges along the ribs, fry slices tempura-style, puree for soups or pies, or pickle for a unique seasonal treat. Properly cured fruits can be stored for several months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet fruits cure fully to bring out the best flavor. Keep harvested squash warm and dry with strong airflow for at least 10 days, then move to cool, dry storage and use any scratched or stemless fruits first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/jerry-sawyer-compressed.jpg?v=1653940293\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eBlack Futsu Winter Squash Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 g Packet - Packet - Approximately 44 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 oz - Bulk - Approximately 310 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 oz - Bulk - Approximately 1,240 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 4,960 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Black Futsu Winter Squash seeds are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n4 g\n","brand":"Kitazawa Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"4g Packet","offer_id":45174949478515,"sku":"83771","price":3.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":45174949511283,"sku":"83772","price":9.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":45174949544051,"sku":"83773","price":23.86,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":45174949576819,"sku":"64771","price":71.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/1782847405_squash_winter_black_futsu_comp_5854ddc2-6f62-494f-bfcc-2dfb7d130646.jpg?v=1783362255","url":"https:\/\/store.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/squash-seeds-winter-black-futsu","provider":"True Leaf Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}