BLACK FUTSU SQUASH

105 days. A real favorite, thanks to its smooth texture and sweet, chestnut flavor. The handsome fruit is flattened, round and heavily ribbed. The black fruit will turn a rich chestnut color in storage. Small fruit on productive vines. A great squash from Japan.

• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 5-10 Days
• Ideal Temperature: 70-95 Degrees F
• Seed Depth: 1/2-1 inch
• Plant Spacing: 18-36"
• Frost Hardy: No
• Cucurbita moschata

Growing Tips: Direct seed, or set out transplants after last frost date. Don’t let transplants become rootbound; don't disturb roots while transplanting. Needs rich soil. Harvest when rinds become very hard.