Turk’s Turban Squash – Cucurbita maxima Seeds | 30 Heirloom Seeds | Colorful Winter Squash for Cooking & Autumn Displays | Unique Turban-Shaped Pumpkin

Grow a striking heirloom squash variety with these Turk’s Turban Squash (Cucurbita maxima) seeds. Known for its unusual shape and vibrant colors, this beautiful winter squash features a distinctive “turban” top with dramatic stripes of red, orange, green, and cream.

This historic heirloom dates back to before 1820 in France, where it was commonly known as “French Turban” or Giraumon. The fruits typically grow up to 12 inches across and weigh around 5–6 pounds, making them perfect for both kitchen use and decorative autumn displays.

Turk’s Turban squash is valued by gardeners for its dual purpose. It is widely used as an ornamental squash in fall décor, yet the flavorful flesh is also excellent for cooking. The rich flesh works wonderfully roasted, baked, grilled, steamed, or added to soups and seasonal dishes.

These vigorous vines thrive in warm sunny gardens and produce impressive harvests when given plenty of room to grow.

You will receive:
✔️ 30 Turk’s Turban Squash seeds
✔️ Heirloom, open-pollinated seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Basic planting instructions
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Turk’s Turban Squash
Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima
Plant Type: Annual vegetable vine
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily preferred)
Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost or aged manure
Watering: Moderate; consistent watering during fruit development
Mature Fruit Size: Up to 12 inches diameter, about 5–6 lbs
Days to Harvest: Approximately 90–120 days
Growth Habit: Spreading vine
USDA Zones: Grown as an annual in most climates
Container Friendly: Not recommended; requires large garden space

💡 Care Tip: Plant squash in raised soil hills enriched with compost. Thin seedlings once established and allow plenty of room for vines to spread, which encourages healthier plants and larger fruits.