{"title":"Home page","description":"Fresh picks from the Autumn Prairie: our most-loved heirloom seeds and small-batch Kansas coffee, curated for the season.","products":[{"product_id":"seminole-pumpkin-seeds-10-seeds","title":"Seminole Pumpkin Seeds, Vine Borer Resistant Florida Heirloom","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\" style=\"font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:16px;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eSeminole pumpkin seeds, the vine borer resistant heirloom that has survived centuries in the Florida Everglades. A \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e variety prized by Native American growers for its incredible heat tolerance, natural pest resistance, and rich butterscotch-sweet flavor. Grown and shipped from our Kansas homestead.\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\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-story\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.15rem;color:#1c0f06;margin-bottom:12px;border-bottom:2px solid #f5f0e8;padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eWhy Gardeners Choose Seminole Pumpkin Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have ever lost a squash crop to vine borers, the Seminole pumpkin is the answer you have been looking for. Unlike most pumpkin varieties that collapse when squash vine borers strike, Seminole pumpkins have a remarkable natural defense: when a vine borer damages one section, the plant sends out new adventitious roots from other vine nodes, rerouting nutrients around the injury and continuing to grow. This is not just resistance, it is a true survival mechanism developed over centuries of natural selection in the hot, humid conditions of the American Southeast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeminole pumpkin seeds produce vigorous, sprawling vines that can reach 25 feet or more. Each plant typically yields 5 to 12 pumpkins weighing 3 to 10 pounds each, with tan to salmon-colored skin and deep orange flesh. The plants thrive in conditions that would destroy most cucurbits, high heat, intense humidity, and heavy pest pressure, making them an ideal choice for gardeners in USDA Zones 5 through 11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-details\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.15rem;color:#1c0f06;margin-bottom:16px;border-bottom:2px solid #f5f0e8;padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eGrowing Guide, Seminole Pumpkin Seeds\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\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e90–120 days\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun (8+ hours)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e36–48 inches apart\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 inch\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVine Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVigorous vine (25+ feet)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3–10 lbs\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSalmon-tan skin, deep orange flesh\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePies, roasting, soups, long-term storage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, plant after last frost\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, 2–3 weeks before transplanting\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, needs room to run\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrellis Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, historically grown up trees\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease \u0026amp; Pest Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVine borer resistant, downy mildew resistant, powdery mildew tolerant, heat and humidity tolerant\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5–11 (adaptable)\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 Seminole squash, Florida pumpkin, tropical pumpkin, Chassahowitza pumpkin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.15rem;color:#1c0f06;margin-bottom:12px;border-bottom:2px solid #f5f0e8;padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eHow to Plant Seminole Pumpkin Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect sowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant Seminole pumpkin seeds 1 inch deep in warm soil after the last frost date when soil temperatures reach at least 65°F. Space seeds 36 to 48 inches apart in rows 6 to 8 feet apart. Plant 2 to 3 seeds per hole and thin to the strongest seedling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarting indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds in peat pots or soil blocks 2 to 3 weeks before your transplant date. Seminole pumpkins do not like root disturbance, so use biodegradable pots that go directly into the ground. Harden off seedlings for 5 to 7 days before transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrellis growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Seminole pumpkin is one of the few squash varieties that was traditionally grown vertically. The Seminole people trained vines up trees in the wild hammocks of the Everglades, you can replicate this on a strong trellis, arbor, or fence. The fruits will develop a flattened shape when hanging and their tough stems hold them securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKansas and Zone 6b tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e We grow these on our Kansas homestead. Start seeds indoors in mid-April, transplant after May 15. The vines explode with growth once summer heat arrives. Even in our shorter season, we harvest heavily before first frost in mid-October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.15rem;color:#1c0f06;margin-bottom:12px;border-bottom:2px solid #f5f0e8;padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eVine Borer Resistance, How It Works\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe squash vine borer (\u003cem\u003eMelittia cucurbitae\u003c\/em\u003e) is the number one killer of pumpkin and squash plants across the eastern United States. Most \u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e varieties, including jack-o-lantern pumpkins, zucchini, and acorn squash, are devastated when the borer larvae tunnel into their stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeminole pumpkin seeds produce \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e plants with a fundamentally different defense. The vines have harder, denser stems that borers find more difficult to penetrate. When borers do manage to enter, the plant responds by generating new root nodes along its extensive vine network. It literally grows around the damage. This is why the Seminole pumpkin is considered one of the most vine borer resistant varieties available to home gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant note: Seminole pumpkins are vine borer \u003cstrong\u003eresistant\u003c\/strong\u003e, not immune to vine borers. In areas with extreme borer pressure, we still recommend monitoring plants and using row covers during the adult moth flight period (typically June through August in most regions). See our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/squash-vine-borer-how-to-identify-prevent-manage-the-1-pumpkin-pest\"\u003ecomplete vine borer prevention guide\u003c\/a\u003e for detailed strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.15rem;color:#1c0f06;margin-bottom:12px;border-bottom:2px solid #f5f0e8;padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Seminole pumpkin is one of the most historically significant food crops in North America. For centuries, the Seminole, Miccosukee, Creek, and Calusa peoples of Florida cultivated this variety in the wild cypress hammocks and river floodplains of the Everglades. The plants climbed trees and hung their fruits from branches, a scene that gave the variety one of its oldest names: \u003cem\u003eChassahowitza\u003c\/em\u003e, believed to translate to \"pumpkin hanging place\" in the Seminole language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter European contact disrupted traditional Indigenous agriculture across much of North America, the Seminole pumpkin survived in the remote swamps of southern Florida. Seed savers and heirloom gardeners rediscovered the variety in the late 20th century, recognizing it as one of the most resilient food plants in the American gardening tradition. Today, Seminole pumpkin seeds are prized by gardeners from Florida to Kansas and beyond for their unmatched heat tolerance and natural pest resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.15rem;color:#1c0f06;margin-bottom:12px;border-bottom:2px solid #f5f0e8;padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeminole pumpkin flesh is deep orange, smooth, and naturally sweet with a butterscotch flavor that rivals the best butternut squash. The texture is dense and not stringy, making it one of the best pie pumpkins you can grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoasting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut in half, scoop seeds, roast cut-side down at 375°F for 45 to 60 minutes. The flesh scoops out easily and purees smooth.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePies and baking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seminole pumpkin makes exceptional pies, custards, muffins, and pumpkin bread. Its natural sweetness means you can reduce sugar by a third in most recipes.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups and savory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outstanding in curries, soups, and Caribbean-style rice dishes. Try cubing and adding to a coconut curry, the flavor is extraordinary.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the longest-storing winter squash varieties. Whole fruits stored in a cool, dry place (55–65°F) will keep 6 to 12 months, some growers report storage up to 18 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.15rem;color:#1c0f06;margin-bottom:12px;border-bottom:2px solid #f5f0e8;padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eSeminole Pumpkin Seeds, Seed Saving\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Seminole pumpkin is an open-pollinated heirloom, which means you can save seeds from your harvest and grow true-to-type plants year after year. To maintain varietal purity, isolate from other \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e varieties (like butternut squash) by 800 feet or hand-pollinate. Allow fruits to fully mature on the vine until the stem is dry and corky. Scoop seeds, rinse clean, and dry at room temperature for 1 to 2 weeks. Properly stored seeds remain viable for 4 to 6 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.15rem;color:#1c0f06;margin-bottom:12px;border-bottom:2px solid #f5f0e8;padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eSeminole vs. Other Vine Borer Resistant Varieties\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e varieties offer some vine borer resistance, but the Seminole pumpkin stands out for its combination of flavor, productivity, and adaptability. Here is how it compares:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:0.9rem;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f0e8;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;border-bottom:2px solid #d4c5a9;\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;border-bottom:2px solid #d4c5a9;\"\u003eVine Borer Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;border-bottom:2px solid #d4c5a9;\"\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;border-bottom:2px solid #d4c5a9;\"\u003eBest Climate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;border-bottom:2px solid #d4c5a9;\"\u003eStorage Life\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeminole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e90–120\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003eHot \u0026amp; humid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e6–12 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/waltham-butternut-squash-seeds-1\"\u003eWaltham Butternut\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e85–100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003eTemperate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e3–6 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/long-island-cheese-pumpkin-seeds-heirloom-cucurbita-moschata\"\u003eLong Island Cheese\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e100–110\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003eTemperate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e3–5 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/thai-kang-kob-pumpkin-seeds\"\u003eThai Kang Kob\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e90–100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003eHot \u0026amp; humid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e4–8 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dickinson-pumpkin-seeds\"\u003eDickinson\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e100–115\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003eTemperate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e0d0;\"\u003e6+ months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to try multiple vine borer resistant varieties? Check out our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vine-borer-resistant\"\u003eVine Borer Resistant Collection\u003c\/a\u003e featuring five moschata varieties including the Seminole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-sku\" style=\"margin-top:20px;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f0e8;border-radius:8px;font-size:0.85rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e APP-SEED-MOS-SEM-10  |  \u003cstrong\u003eShips from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Newton, Kansas  |  \u003cstrong\u003eSeed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-pollinated heirloom\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.1rem;color:#1c0f06;margin-bottom:12px;border-bottom:2px solid #f5f0e8;padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/seminole-pumpkin-seeds-the-complete-growing-guide-for-zone-6b-kansas-gardens\"\u003eComplete Seminole Pumpkin Growing Guide\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/seminole-pumpkin-seeds-the-ancient-heirloom-that-actually-survives-kansas-summers\"\u003eSeminole Pumpkins in Kansas\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/squash-vine-borer-how-to-identify-prevent-manage-the-1-pumpkin-pest\"\u003eVine Borer Prevention Guide\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/saving-heirloom-pumpkin-seeds-how-to-harvest-dry-and-store-seeds-for-next-year\"\u003eHow to Save Squash Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vine-borer-resistant\"\u003eAll Vine Borer Resistant Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.1rem;color:#1c0f06;margin-bottom:12px;border-bottom:2px solid #f5f0e8;padding-bottom:8px;\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Satisfaction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery order ships from our homestead in Newton, Kansas within 1 to 3 business days. Seeds are packed in resealable kraft envelopes with variety-specific growing instructions. If your seeds do not germinate, contact us, we will make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fef9ef;border-left:4px solid #c8860a;padding:16px 20px;margin:24px 0;border-radius:0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;font-weight:700;font-size:1.05em;\"\u003e🌱 Grow Your Whole Garden, Save More\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eLove Seminole? Our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vine-borer-resistant-seed-collection-5-varieties\"\u003eVine Borer Resistant Seed Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e includes Seminole plus 4 more proven moschata varieties, all naturally resistant to squash vine borers. Five varieties for $22.99.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vine-borer-resistant-seed-collection-5-varieties\" style=\"background:#c8860a;color:#fff;padding:8px 18px;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;display:inline-block;\"\u003eShop the Collection →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg, #fef3c7, #fde68a);border-radius:12px;padding:1.25rem 1.5rem;margin:1.5rem 0;border-left:4px solid #d4782f;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-weight:600;color:#2c1810;\"\u003eSpring Planting Window Open\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 0;color:#5a4a3a;font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003eKansas Zone 6b last frost: mid-April. Soil temps are reaching 65F+. Direct sow now through June for a fall harvest. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\" style=\"color:#d4782f;font-weight:500;\"\u003eSee our growing guides\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf5eb;border-radius:12px;padding:1.25rem 1.5rem;margin:1.5rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.75rem;font-weight:700;color:#2c1810;font-size:1.05rem;\"\u003ePair With These Varieties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style:none;padding:0;margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:0.75rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/honeynut-squash-seeds\" style=\"color:#c8860a;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eHoneynut Squash\u003c\/a\u003e - Compact vine, same pest resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:0.75rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dickinson-pumpkin-seeds\" style=\"color:#c8860a;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eDickinson Pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e - Classic pie pumpkin, moschata family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:0.75rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vine-borer-resistant-seed-collection-5-varieties\" style=\"color:#c8860a;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eVine Borer Resistant Collection\u003c\/a\u003e - 5 varieties, one price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\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":46376513962173,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-SEM-10","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 seeds","offer_id":46405336793277,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-SEM-20","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/0335\/5581\/files\/IMG_5560.jpg?v=1771119773"},{"product_id":"thai-kang-kob-pumpkin-seeds","title":"Thai Kang Kob Pumpkin Seeds, Disease Resistant Asian Heirloom","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA rare Thai heirloom pumpkin with legendary disease resistance, and the vine-borer resistant moschata stems we build our catalog around.\u003c\/strong\u003e\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\/thai-kang-kob-pumpkin-growing-the-disease-resistant-asian-heirloom-in-kansas\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eRead our complete growing guide for this variety →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eThai Kang Kob is one of the most disease resistant squash you can plant, and it's also one of the hardest to find in U.S. catalogs. It's a true working variety from Thailand, selected over generations in a climate where every possible cucurbit disease and pest shows up every year. Gardeners who've fought mildew, vine borer, and heat stress year after year end up loving this one because it just keeps producing when other varieties quit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is flat and round with slightly bumpy green-to-tan skin and dense, sweet, deep orange flesh. It stores well, cooks beautifully, and has that rich moschata flavor that actually improves after a few weeks of cure time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd because Thai Kang Kob is \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e, it brings the trait we center every listing on, \u003cstrong\u003evine borer resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e. The thick fibrous stems block SVB larvae from tunneling. In Kansas, where vine borer pressure peaks June through July and routinely wipes out pepo squash, moschata genetics are the difference between harvest and disaster. Vine borer resistance is kind of our thing at Autumn Prairie Pumpkins, and Thai Kang Kob is one of the toughest varieties on that list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e, heirloom, open-pollinated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thailand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat round, 6–12 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green ripening to tan, lightly bumpy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, sweet, deep orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~110 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 months cured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVine borer resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very high, thick-stemmed moschata genetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional, mildew, leaf disease, heat stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncommon in U.S. seed catalogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the Kansas Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull sun, well-draining soil, 8–12 feet of space per plant. Thai Kang Kob wants heat and doesn't mind humidity. Direct sow after soil hits 65°F or transplant 3–4 weeks before last frost. Mulch heavy, feed with compost, and rotate cucurbits yearly. This one rewards patience, cure it and the flavor gets better in month two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRead the full  for planting dates, spacing, and curing tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Autumn Prairie Pumpkins\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're a small Kansas seed operation that built its whole catalog around \u003cstrong\u003evine borer resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e. Every variety we sell is hand-selected, hand-packed, and shipped from Newton, Kansas. Strong soil builds strong plants, and the right variety makes the whole job easier.\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":46409626583229,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-TKK-10","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Seeds","offer_id":46409626615997,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-TKK-20","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/0335\/5581\/files\/app.webp?v=1773694964"},{"product_id":"vine-borer-resistant-seed-collection-5-varieties","title":"Vine Borer Resistant Collection, 5 Moschata Varieties","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\" style=\"font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:16px;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eVine Borer Resistant Collection, \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e varieties that naturally resist squash vine borers. Twenty seeds each. Field-tested in Newton, Kansas. The smart way to grow squash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f0e8;border-left:3px solid #a0522d;padding:10px 14px;margin-bottom:18px;font-size:0.95rem;color:#3b2a1a;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBundle \u0026amp; Save:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px 0;\"\u003e› \u003cstrong\u003e3-variety option ($24.99):\u003c\/strong\u003e Buying Seminole, Thai Kang Kob, and Chinese Tropical separately (20 seeds each) totals \u003cstrong\u003e$28.97\u003c\/strong\u003e. You save \u003cstrong\u003e$3.98 (14% off)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e› \u003cstrong\u003e5-variety option ($39.99):\u003c\/strong\u003e All five varieties separately (20 seeds each) totals \u003cstrong\u003e$46.95\u003c\/strong\u003e. You save \u003cstrong\u003e$6.96 (15% off)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStop Losing Your Squash to Vine Borers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTired of watching your squash plants wilt and die from squash vine borers? This curated collection of \u003cstrong\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/strong\u003e varieties carries natural vine borer resistance proven over generations in borer-heavy regions across the South, Midwest, and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll varieties share the tough, solid stems that vine borers struggle to penetrate, unlike the hollow-stemmed C. pepo squash that borers love to destroy. These are not just resistant. They are productive, delicious, and worth growing in their own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will not find this specific combination of moschata varieties assembled anywhere else. Several of them are difficult to source individually. We grow and pack them ourselves in Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e3-Variety Option Includes (20 seeds each, 60 seeds total):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/seminole-pumpkin-seeds-10-seeds\"\u003eSeminole Pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, the gold standard for vine borer resistance. Originally grown by the Seminole people in Florida’s borer-heavy climate. Heat tolerant, stores up to a year, and the sweet orange flesh is exceptional in pies and soups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/thai-kang-kob-pumpkin-seeds\"\u003eThai Kang Kob Pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a Southeast Asian powerhouse bred for disease resistance in tropical heat. Compact, ribbed fruits with dense, sweet flesh. Resistant to vine borers, powdery mildew, and downy mildew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/chinese-tropical-pumpkin-seeds-cucurbita-moschata-heirloom\"\u003eChinese Tropical Pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, heat-tolerant variety that thrives where vine borers are worst. Large, flattened fruits with rich orange flesh excellent roasted or in curries. Vigorous vines that power through pest pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e5-Variety Option Includes (20 seeds each, 100 seeds total):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEverything in the 3-variety option, plus:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cushaw-green-striped-pumpkin-seeds\"\u003eCushaw Green-Striped\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a classic Southern heirloom that outgrows vine borers with vigorous, sprawling vines. The large, striped fruits have mild, sweet flesh perfect for baking. A staple of Appalachian gardens for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tromboncino-squash-seeds-italian-climbing-zucchini\"\u003eTromboncino (Italian Climbing Zucchini)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Italian heirloom climbs trellises and fences, keeping fruit off the ground and away from pests. Pick young as a summer squash or let it mature into a nutty winter squash. Incredibly productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy These Varieties Work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll varieties are \u003cstrong\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/strong\u003e, which has solid stems that squash vine borers have difficulty boring into. Unlike hollow-stemmed C. pepo varieties like zucchini, yellow squash, and most jack-o-lanterns, moschata squash gives borers nowhere to go, and the vigorous vines can often outgrow minor damage even in high-pressure gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection is built for gardeners in zones 5-10 who have struggled with vine borers and are ready to actually harvest squash this year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect sow after last frost when soil is warm (65F+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants 4-6 feet apart in full sun, rich soil with compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTromboncino can be trellised to save space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll varieties are open-pollinated. Save seeds from your best performers each season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll open-pollinated and heirloom | Non-GMO | All Cucurbita moschata\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/squash-vine-borer-how-to-identify-prevent-manage-the-1-pumpkin-pest\"\u003eVine Borer Prevention Guide\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vine-borer-resistant\"\u003eBrowse all vine borer resistant varieties\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/autumnprairiepumpkins.com\/pages\/kansas-garden-seeds\"\u003eKansas growing guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Autumn Prairie Pumpkins","offers":[{"title":"5 Varieties, 20 Seeds Each","offer_id":46429265428669,"sku":"BUNDLE-VBR-5","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Varieties, 20 Seeds Each","offer_id":46449622843581,"sku":"BUNDLE-VBR-3","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/0335\/5581\/files\/app.webp?v=1773694964"},{"product_id":"heirloom-pumpkin-seed-collection-5-classic-varieties","title":"Heirloom Pumpkin Seed Collection, 5 Classic Varieties","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\" style=\"font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:16px;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eHeirloom Pumpkin Seed Collection, \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e classics chosen for flavor, keeping quality, and vine borer resistance. Twenty seeds each. Every variety open-pollinated. Every seed grown true to type for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f0e8;border-left:3px solid #a0522d;padding:10px 14px;margin-bottom:18px;font-size:0.95rem;color:#3b2a1a;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBundle \u0026amp; Save:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px 0;\"\u003e› \u003cstrong\u003e3-variety option ($21.99):\u003c\/strong\u003e Buying Long Island Cheese, Mrs. Amerson’s, and Seminole separately (20 seeds each) totals \u003cstrong\u003e$26.97\u003c\/strong\u003e. You save \u003cstrong\u003e$4.98 (18% off)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e› \u003cstrong\u003e5-variety option ($37.99):\u003c\/strong\u003e All five varieties separately (20 seeds each) totals \u003cstrong\u003e$44.95\u003c\/strong\u003e. You save \u003cstrong\u003e$6.96 (15% off)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFive Moschata Classics, One Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery variety in this collection is \u003cstrong\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/strong\u003e, the species known for naturally resisting squash vine borers and adapting to heat, humidity, and the real-world conditions of a Midwest garden. These are not trendy novelties. They are varieties that have earned their place by feeding families for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo of these, Mrs. Amerson’s and Pennsylvania Dutch Crookneck, are rarely available outside of small-batch seed savers. You will not find them at a box store, and most large seed catalogs do not carry them. We grow and pack them ourselves in Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e3-Variety Option Includes (20 seeds each, 60 seeds total):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/long-island-cheese-pumpkin-seeds-heirloom-cucurbita-moschata\"\u003eLong Island Cheese Pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, the benchmark pie pumpkin of the American Northeast. Tan, deeply ribbed, flat-topped fruits with sweet, fine-grained orange flesh that bakes into exceptional pie filling. Stores well into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mrs-amersons-pumpkin-seeds\"\u003eMrs. Amerson’s Pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a rare Southern family heirloom passed down through generations of Appalachian gardeners. Exceptional flavor, long storage, and reliable moschata performance in warm climates. Not available from large seed companies. One of our flagship varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/seminole-pumpkin-seeds-10-seeds\"\u003eSeminole Pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, originally cultivated by the Seminole people in Florida’s borer-heavy, humid climate. One of the most vine-borer-resistant varieties in existence. Stores for up to a year off the vine. Outstanding in soups and pies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e5-Variety Option Includes (20 seeds each, 100 seeds total):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEverything in the 3-variety option, plus:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/musquee-de-provence-pumpkin-seeds\"\u003eMusquee de Provence\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a French market classic with deeply ribbed, chestnut skin and rich, dense orange flesh. Grown in Provence for centuries. Beautiful enough to display on the porch, flavorful enough to cook down to the rind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pennsylvania-dutch-crookneck-squash-seeds-heirloom-cucurbita-moschata\"\u003ePennsylvania Dutch Crookneck\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, an Appalachian moschata heirloom with a curved neck and dense, sweet flesh that has fed mountain families for over a century. Deep storage keeper. Vigorous vines that handle heat and humidity without complaint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy All Moschata?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCucurbita moschata varieties have solid stems that squash vine borers struggle to penetrate. They also adapt better to heat and humidity than most Cucurbita maxima or pepo types. For Kansas Zone 6b and similar climates, moschata is the practical choice. These varieties represent the breadth of what the species can produce, from elegant French heirlooms to rare Appalachian keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect sow after last frost when soil reaches 65F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 4-6 feet apart in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmend with compost before planting, these are heavy feeders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll varieties are open-pollinated. 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Twenty seeds each. Vine borer resistant \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e varieties. Shipped from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f0e8;border-left:3px solid #a0522d;padding:10px 14px;margin-bottom:18px;font-size:0.95rem;color:#3b2a1a;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBundle \u0026amp; Save:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px 0;\"\u003e› \u003cstrong\u003e3-variety option ($21.99):\u003c\/strong\u003e Buying Seminole, Waltham Butternut, and Tahitian Melon separately (20 seeds each) totals \u003cstrong\u003e$25.97\u003c\/strong\u003e. You save \u003cstrong\u003e$3.98 (15% off)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e› \u003cstrong\u003e5-variety option ($37.99):\u003c\/strong\u003e All five varieties separately (20 seeds each) totals \u003cstrong\u003e$43.95\u003c\/strong\u003e. You save \u003cstrong\u003e$5.96 (14% off)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFight Powdery Mildew Naturally\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePowdery mildew is one of the most common enemies of squash growers in Kansas and across the Midwest. This curated collection features five \u003cstrong\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/strong\u003e varieties with strong natural resistance to powdery mildew, built through generations of selection in humid climates. The moschata species also provides significant vine borer resistance as a bonus, making these among the most resilient squash you can grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e3-Variety Option Includes (20 seeds each, 60 seeds total):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/seminole-pumpkin-seeds-10-seeds\"\u003eSeminole Pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a Florida native bred in high-humidity, high-disease-pressure conditions for centuries. Outstanding natural resistance to both powdery mildew and vine borers. Stores up to a year. Exceptional in soups and pies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/waltham-butternut-squash-seeds-1\"\u003eWaltham Butternut\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, the award-winning All-America Selections butternut with reliable powdery mildew tolerance across a wide range of climates. Prolific, stores well, and handles Midwest humidity better than most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tahitian-melon-squash-seeds-pacific-heirloom-cucurbita-moschata\"\u003eTahitian Melon Squash\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a giant Pacific heirloom with thick flesh and strong disease tolerance developed in tropical growing conditions. Highly productive, vine borer resistant, and handles humidity and heat without complaint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e5-Variety Option Includes (20 seeds each, 100 seeds total):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEverything in the 3-variety option, plus:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tromboncino-squash-seeds-italian-climbing-zucchini\"\u003eTromboncino (Italian Climbing Zucchini)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, this vigorous Italian heirloom powers through mildew pressure with fast-growing vines that can outgrow disease entirely. Trellis it to keep fruit off the ground. Pick young for summer squash or mature for winter storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/long-island-cheese-pumpkin-seeds-heirloom-cucurbita-moschata\"\u003eLong Island Cheese Pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, the benchmark heirloom pie pumpkin with moderate powdery mildew resistance and exceptional flavor. 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