{"title":"F1 Hybrid Pumpkin Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eHigh-performance F1 hybrid pumpkin and squash seeds bred for vigor, uniformity, and disease resistance. Kansas-tested moschata hybrids that thrive in Zone 6b heat and humidity. Autumn Crown, Autumn Frost, Spell Cast, New England Cheddar, and Wan Fu, each selected for exceptional flavor, shelf life, and garden performance. Ships nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"autumn-frost-f1-pumpkin-seeds-10-seeds","title":"Autumn Frost F1 Pumpkin Seeds, Vine Borer Resistant Moschata Hybrid","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\" style=\"font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:16px;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eAutumn Frost F1 Pumpkin Seeds, a vine borer resistant moschata hybrid (\u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e) with frosted butternut looks and concentrated autumn sweetness. Vine borer resistant and storage-friendly. Grown and shipped from Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.8rem 0;padding:0.6rem 1rem;background:#f0f7e6;border-left:3px solid #6b8e3a;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Free Shipping on Orders $35+\u003c\/strong\u003e, ships from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e📖 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/squash-vine-borer-resistant-pumpkins-growing-without-the-battle\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eRead our complete growing guide for this variety →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-story\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA specialty moschata hybrid that looks like a frosted butternut and tastes like concentrated autumn. Dense, dry flesh with exceptional sweetness that only improves in storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"growing-details\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,'Playfair Display',serif);font-size:1.1rem;color:var(--soil,#1c0f06);margin-bottom:16px;border-bottom:2px solid var(--warm-beige,#f5f0e8);padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:10px 24px;font-size:0.92rem;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanic Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnnual\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100 days\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e36-48″ apart\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1″\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVine Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVine\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4 lbs\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDark tan with frosted overlay\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEating, baking, bread\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, 3 weeks\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease \u0026amp; Pest Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood general resistance\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;font-size:0.88rem;opacity:0.75;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Koginut, specialty butternut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-sku\" style=\"margin-top:20px;padding:12px 16px;background:var(--warm-beige,#f5f0e8);border-radius:8px;font-size:0.85rem;font-family:var(--body-font,'DM Sans',sans-serif);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e APP-SEED-MOS-AF1-10\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAutumn Frost F1 is a specialty Koginut-type hybrid that develops a unique frosted skin pattern as it ripens, nature's own \"ready to harvest\" signal. Bred from moschata genetics, it offers exceptional sweetness and a creamy texture that intensifies in storage. This variety thrives in Kansas heat and humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCut in half, scoop seeds, and roast cut-side down at 375°F for 40 minutes. The concentrated flesh is perfect for pumpkin butter, custards, and silky soups. Its natural sugars caramelize beautifully, making it ideal for roasting wedges as a side dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/kansas-pumpkin-planting-calendar-your-zone-6-growing-timeline\"\u003eKansas Planting Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vine-borer-resistant\"\u003eBrowse all vine borer resistant varieties →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌻 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/autumnprairiepumpkins.com\/pages\/kansas-garden-seeds\"\u003eSee our Kansas growing guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Autumn Prairie Pumpkins","offers":[{"title":"10 seeds","offer_id":46405336596669,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-AF1-10","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 seeds","offer_id":46405336629437,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-AF1-20","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/0335\/5581\/files\/Autumn_Frost_01.jpeg?v=1771121715"},{"product_id":"spell-cast-f1-pumpkin-seeds","title":"Spell Cast F1 Pumpkin Seeds, Moschata Hybrid","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\" style=\"font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:16px;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eSpell Cast F1 Pumpkin Seeds, a \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e hybrid with tan skin and smooth, sweet flesh bred for high yields. Vine borer resistant. Grown and shipped from Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.8rem 0;padding:0.6rem 1rem;background:#f0f7e6;border-left:3px solid #6b8e3a;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Free Shipping on Orders $35+\u003c\/strong\u003e, ships from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e📖 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/spell-cast-f1-pumpkin-growing-the-moschata-hybrid-in-kansas\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eRead our complete growing guide for this variety →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-story\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA striking hybrid moschata with buff skin and a shape somewhere between a butternut and a cheese pumpkin. Versatile in the kitchen, beautiful on the porch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"growing-details\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,'Playfair Display',serif);font-size:1.1rem;color:var(--soil,#1c0f06);margin-bottom:16px;border-bottom:2px solid var(--warm-beige,#f5f0e8);padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:10px 24px;font-size:0.92rem;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanic Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnnual\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100 days\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e36-48″ apart\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1″\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVine Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSemi-vine\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4-7 lbs\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuff\/tan\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEating, decoration\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, 3 weeks\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease \u0026amp; Pest Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood general resistance\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;font-size:0.88rem;opacity:0.75;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spellcast, butternut hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-sku\" style=\"margin-top:20px;padding:12px 16px;background:var(--warm-beige,#f5f0e8);border-radius:8px;font-size:0.85rem;font-family:var(--body-font,'DM Sans',sans-serif);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e APP-SEED-MOS-SCF1-10\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpell Cast F1 is a striking modern hybrid bred for its unique dark coloring and eye-catching appearance. This specialty pumpkin combines ornamental beauty with genuine culinary value, a rare combination in the pumpkin world. Its compact vines and reliable production make it ideal for both market growers and home gardeners looking for something dramatic and different in their fall lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeyond its decorative appeal, Spell Cast offers usable flesh for roasting and baking. Try it in pumpkin bread, muffins, or as a roasted side dish. Its unique appearance also makes it an unforgettable serving vessel, halve, hollow, and fill with soup or risotto for a stunning fall presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/kansas-pumpkin-planting-calendar-your-zone-6-growing-timeline\"\u003eKansas Planting Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vine-borer-resistant\"\u003eBrowse all vine borer resistant varieties →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌻 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/autumnprairiepumpkins.com\/pages\/kansas-garden-seeds\"\u003eSee our Kansas growing guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Autumn Prairie Pumpkins","offers":[{"title":"10 seeds","offer_id":46376481456317,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-SCF1-10","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 seeds","offer_id":46405336858813,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-SCF1-20","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/0335\/5581\/files\/Spell_Cast_F1_Pumpkin_01.jpg?v=1770696464"},{"product_id":"new-england-cheddar-f1-pumpkin-seeds","title":"New England Cheddar F1 Pumpkin Seeds, Treated Orange Pie Pumpkin","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\" style=\"font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:16px;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eNew England Cheddar F1 Pumpkin Seeds, a bright orange moschata hybrid (\u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e) bred for rich flavor and deep color. Vine borer resistant with dense, dry flesh perfect for pies and soups. Grown and shipped from Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.8rem 0;padding:0.6rem 1rem;background:#f0f7e6;border-left:3px solid #6b8e3a;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Free Shipping on Orders $35+\u003c\/strong\u003e, ships from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e📖 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/new-england-cheddar-f1-pumpkin-growing-the-orange-pie-pumpkin-in-kansas\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eRead our complete growing guide for this variety →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-story\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBred for the Northeast but right at home in Kansas. This hybrid moschata produces buff-skinned fruits packed with deep orange, dry flesh ideal for pies, canning, and baking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"growing-details\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,'Playfair Display',serif);font-size:1.1rem;color:var(--soil,#1c0f06);margin-bottom:16px;border-bottom:2px solid var(--warm-beige,#f5f0e8);padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:10px 24px;font-size:0.92rem;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanic Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnnual\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e112 days\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e36-48″ apart\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1″\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVine Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVine\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e15 lbs\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTan\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePie, baking, canning\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, 3 weeks\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease \u0026amp; Pest Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood sugar content and dry matter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;font-size:0.88rem;opacity:0.75;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cheddar pumpkin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-sku\" style=\"margin-top:20px;padding:12px 16px;background:var(--warm-beige,#f5f0e8);border-radius:8px;font-size:0.85rem;font-family:var(--body-font,'DM Sans',sans-serif);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e APP-SEED-MOS-NEC-10\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew England Cheddar F1 draws on colonial-era pumpkin genetics to deliver a cheddar-orange rind over dense, deeply flavored flesh. This modern hybrid captures the rich sweetness of New England heritage varieties while adding disease resistance and consistent performance. The distinctive warm orange exterior makes it a showpiece at farmers markets and fall displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMakes pies with extraordinary depth of flavor, rich, spiced, and custardy. Roast halves and puree for the creamiest pumpkin soup. The firm flesh also cubes well for roasting with root vegetables, and its concentrated sweetness shines in pumpkin cheesecake and quick breads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/kansas-pumpkin-planting-calendar-your-zone-6-growing-timeline\"\u003eKansas Planting Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vine-borer-resistant\"\u003eBrowse all vine borer resistant varieties →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌻 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/autumnprairiepumpkins.com\/pages\/kansas-garden-seeds\"\u003eSee our Kansas growing guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Autumn Prairie Pumpkins","offers":[{"title":"10 seeds","offer_id":46376481554621,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-NEC-10","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 seeds","offer_id":46405336924349,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-NEC-20","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/0335\/5581\/files\/NewEnglandChedder01.png?v=1770750302"},{"product_id":"wan-fu-f1-pumpkin-seeds-chinese-hybrid","title":"Wan Fu F1 Pumpkin Seeds, Chinese Kabocha Hybrid","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\" style=\"font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:16px;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eWan Fu F1 Pumpkin Seeds, a high-performing Chinese kabocha hybrid bred for consistent yields and exceptional eating quality. Dense, sweet flesh on compact vines. Shipped from Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.8rem 0;padding:0.6rem 1rem;background:#f0f7e6;border-left:3px solid #6b8e3a;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Free Shipping on Orders $35+\u003c\/strong\u003e, ships from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e📖 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/wan-fu-f1-pumpkin-growing-the-chinese-kabocha-hybrid-in-kansas\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eRead our complete growing guide for this variety →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-story\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA high-performing Chinese hybrid pumpkin bred for consistent yields and excellent eating quality. Wan Fu F1 produces handsome, flattened fruits with dense, sweet flesh, a staple of Asian home cooking and increasingly popular in North American kitchen gardens. As an F1 hybrid, expect uniform fruit size and vigorous early growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"growing-details\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,'Playfair Display',serif);font-size:1.1rem;color:var(--soil,#1c0f06);margin-bottom:16px;border-bottom:2px solid var(--warm-beige,#f5f0e8);padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:10px 24px;font-size:0.92rem;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanic Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e (hybrid)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnnual\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e90-100 days\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e36-48\" apart\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVine Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVine\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5-10 lbs\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGray-green, dense orange flesh\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAsian cooking, roasting, soup\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, 3 weeks before last frost\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eF1, uniform fruit, vigorous growth\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;font-size:0.88rem;opacity:0.75;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e F1 hybrid, seeds saved from this variety will not produce true-to-type plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-sku\" style=\"margin-top:20px;padding:12px 16px;background:var(--warm-beige,#f5f0e8);border-radius:8px;font-size:0.85rem;font-family:var(--body-font,'DM Sans',sans-serif);\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e APP-SEED-MAX-WAN-10\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWan Fu (万福) means \"ten thousand blessings\" in Chinese, a fitting name for a prolific, reliable producer. This hybrid was developed to meet the high standards of Chinese home cooks who prize dense, dry, richly flavored squash flesh. It has gained a following in North American gardens for its reliability and culinary versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSteam or roast halves and serve simply with butter and salt. The dense, dry flesh is ideal for Chinese-style red-braised pumpkin, congee, or steamed pumpkin pudding. Also excellent in Western applications, pumpkin pie, bisque, and roasted pumpkin salad all benefit from its concentrated, sweet flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/kansas-pumpkin-planting-calendar-your-zone-6-growing-timeline\"\u003eKansas Planting Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌻 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/autumnprairiepumpkins.com\/pages\/kansas-garden-seeds\"\u003eSee our Kansas growing guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Autumn Prairie Pumpkins","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":46533400166589,"sku":"APP-SEED-MAX-WAN-10","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Seeds","offer_id":46533400199357,"sku":"APP-SEED-MAX-WAN-20","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/0335\/5581\/files\/wan-fu-f1-pumpkin-seeds-cucurbita-moschata-hybrid-1.jpg?v=1774301241"},{"product_id":"la-estrella-f1-tropical-pumpkin-seeds","title":"La Estrella F1 Tropical Pumpkin Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome squash have been feeding families for generations. La Estrella is one of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis F1 hybrid Calabasa pumpkin belongs to \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e - the same tough, vine borer resistant species as our Seminole and Long Island Cheese. That matters in a Kansas garden. While \u003cem\u003eC. pepo\u003c\/em\u003e varieties get shredded by squash vine borers mid-summer, moschata keeps going. The thick stems are harder to penetrate, and the plants push through heat and humidity without skipping a beat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLa Estrella produces beautiful, nearly rib-less fruits averaging around 10 lbs, with a striking mix of green, tan, and red-orange coloring that deepens as it cures. The flesh is sweet, smooth, and firm - exactly what Caribbean, Latin, and South American cooks have been reaching for in Calabasa squash for a long time. 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