Guatemalan Blue Winter Squash Seeds Organic (Cucurbita maxima) Rare heirloom with blue-green skin and sweet, dry orange flesh. Excellent storage and roasting variety.

$3.49

Minimum: 10+ Seeds

Rare Heirloom with Stunning Skin and Sweet, Nutty Flavor

Discover a rare gem for your fall garden with Guatemalan Blue Winter Squash. This heirloom variety boasts striking blue-green skin and rich, dry orange flesh perfect for roasting, baking, and long-term storage. With its excellent keeping qualities and bold flavor, it's a must-grow for heirloom lovers and homestead gardeners.


Why You’ll Love It:

  • Uncommon heirloom from Central America

  • Dense, sweet flesh ideal for roasting and soups

  • Impressive shelf life for winter meals

  • Large fruits with thick walls and minimal seeds

  • Great for both ornamental and culinary use


🌿 Perfect For:

  • Fall and winter meal prep

  • Heirloom and permaculture gardens

  • Food preservation and storage

  • Roasting, mashing, and pureeing


🌱 Quick Facts:

  • Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima

  • Plant Type: Annual

  • Fruit Size: 8–20 pounds

  • Vine Type: Long trailing vines

  • Light Needs: Full sun

  • Days to Maturity: 95–105 days

  • Soil Needs: Rich, well-draining soil

  • Spacing: 3–5 feet apart


🌼 Growing Tips:

  • Direct sow after last frost when soil warms

  • Provide ample space for long vines

  • Mulch to retain moisture and reduce weeds

  • Harvest when skin is hard and color is rich

  • Cure squash for 10–14 days before storage


With its unique look and exceptional flavor, Guatemalan Blue Winter Squash brings both visual appeal and gourmet quality to your garden. A beautiful, rare variety that rewards your patience with rich, sweet meals all winter long.