SQUASH & PUMPKINS 20-35 seeds per packet. Grow winter squash in very rich soil, amended with manure, compost, or other rich source of plant nutrients. Plant in rows, 5-8 feet in both directions, sowing one seed every 6-12 inches. Or plant in hills, 5 seeds per hill, with the hills 6-8 feet apart, thinning to best three plants. Full sun, ample moisture and insect control as necessary should allow good production from the vigorous plants. Harvest in autumn when skins are too tough to be easily punctured with a thumbnail.
Amish Pie Pumpkin Squash - Winter seeds Amish Pie Pumpkin
(C. maxima) This heirloom comes from the mountains of Maryland and was collected by an Amish gardener. It can sometimes weigh over 60 lbs. The fruit has a beautiful, creamy orange colored skin and thick flesh that is perfect for making flavorful homemade pumpkin pies, breads and other recipes requiring pumpkin. It is an excellent keeper.

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