Turks Turban Winter Squash Seeds Organic (Cucurbita maxima) Unique turban-shaped heirloom with colorful skin. Nutty, sweet flesh for roasting and décor.

Minimum: 10+ Seeds

Whimsical Heirloom with Sweet Flavor and Stunning Color

Add a splash of whimsy to your garden and kitchen with Turk’s Turban Winter Squash. This eye-catching heirloom produces uniquely shaped fruits that resemble a colorful turban, with swirls of orange, green, and cream. Beyond its ornamental charm, it offers sweet, nutty flesh that’s excellent for roasting, baking, and soups.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:

• Distinctive turban shape with multicolored skin

• Mild, nutty flavor with a creamy texture

• Dual-purpose: edible and ornamental

• Long-storing winter squash

• Historical heirloom with 19th-century roots

🌿 Perfect For:

• Roasting, baking, and pureeing

• Fall displays and holiday centerpieces

• Heritage gardens and seed saving

• Edible landscaping

🌱 Quick Facts:

• Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima

• Plant Type: Annual

• Fruit Size: 3–5 pounds

• Light Needs: Full sun

• Days to Maturity: 95–110 days

• Soil Needs: Rich, well-draining soil

• Spacing: 3–5 feet between plants

🌼 Growing Tips:

• Direct sow in warm soil after the danger of frost

• Provide plenty of space for vines to spread

• Water consistently, especially during flowering and fruiting

• Harvest when rind is firm and deeply colored

• Cure in a warm, dry area for 10–14 days before storing

Turk’s Turban is a conversation piece in any garden or kitchen. Grow it for its stunning appearance and stay for its rich, savory flavor.