{"title":"Resilient Open-Pollinated Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eRare and heritage open-pollinated varieties chosen for resilience: heat tolerant, vine borer resistant, and field tested for Kansas growing conditions. Save seed from these and they grow true year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- app-coll-guide-cta --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGardening through a hot Kansas summer?\u003c\/strong\u003e See our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/best-pumpkins-for-hot-climates-heat-tolerant-varieties-that-thrive-in-kansas\"\u003eguide to the best pumpkins for hot climates\u003c\/a\u003e for varieties that thrive in the heat.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"seminole-pumpkin-seeds-10-seeds","title":"Seminole Pumpkin Seeds, Vine Borer Resistant Florida Heirloom","description":"\u003c!-- app-accordion --\u003e\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 $25+\u003c\/strong\u003e, ships from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eGermination Promise:\u003c\/strong\u003e if your seeds fail to germinate under proper growing conditions, contact us within one year and we will replace them or refund your purchase. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/seed-quality-germination-testing\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eSee the details\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c!-- app-germ-promise-link --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"app-spec-panel\" style=\"background:#f5f0e8;border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:6px 0 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 12px 4px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 0;\"\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c!-- app-species-consequence --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.86rem;color:#5b4636;\"\u003eThe moschata group is the one that matters in a Kansas July. Solid, dense stems that vine borer larvae struggle to tunnel, and genuine tolerance for heat and humidity. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/what-is-cucurbita-moschata-and-why-does-it-matter\"\u003eWhy species predicts survival here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 12px 4px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 0;\"\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 12px 4px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 0;\"\u003e90 to 120 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 12px 4px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 0;\"\u003e3 to 10 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 12px 4px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 0;\"\u003e36 to 48 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 12px 4px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 0;\"\u003eFull sun, 6+ hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 12px 4px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVine borer resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 0;\"\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 12px 4px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 0;\"\u003e6 to 12 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003c!-- app-peak-window --\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 12px 4px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeak eating window\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 0;\"\u003eCure 7 to 10 days, flavor peaks 1 to 2 months after harvest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 12px 4px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per pack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 0;\"\u003e10 or 20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 12px 4px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 0;\"\u003eHot Kansas summers, vine borer resistance, long storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdetails open style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eWhy Gardeners Choose Seminole Pumpkin Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-story\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- app-spec-panel --\u003e\n\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's adventitious roots at other vine nodes let those sections continue growing independently. It is a survival trait shaped by generations of 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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eGrowing Guide, Seminole Pumpkin Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-details\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\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\u003e6–8 feet 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 and 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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eHow to Plant Seminole Pumpkin Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\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 6 to 8 feet apart in rows 8 to 10 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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eVine Borer Resistance, How It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\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's habit of rooting at its vine nodes means undamaged sections can keep growing on their own root systems. In practice, sprawling unpruned vines often outgrow damage that would kill a bush-type squash. 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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\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. The University of Florida reports that Seminole pumpkins kept in a dry, well-ventilated spot can store up to a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eSeminole Pumpkin Seeds, Seed Saving\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eSeminole vs. Other Vine Borer Resistant Varieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\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\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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Satisfaction\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\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\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. Available as a 3-variety or full 5-variety collection.\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\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;\"\u003eMidsummer in the Patch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 0;color:#5a4a3a;font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003eThe main Zone 6b planting window has wrapped for this year. Vines are running and fruit is setting, so now is the time to plan next spring’s patch and get ready for harvest, curing, and storage. Gardeners in Zones 8–10 can still sow fast-maturing varieties. \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\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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"app-trust-line\" style=\"margin:12px 0;padding:10px 14px;background:#f5f0e8;border-left:3px solid #c8862d;border-radius:6px;font-size:0.92rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUntreated, open-pollinated heirloom seed.\u003c\/strong\u003e No fungicide coating. Save your own seed from your strongest fruit and grow it again next year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- app-trust-line --\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;opacity:0.8;margin-top:18px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSources \u0026amp; further reading:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu\/plants\/edibles\/vegetables\/seminole-pumpkin\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUF\/IFAS Gardening Solutions: Seminole Pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu\/pubs\/squash-vine-borer-home-and-horticultural-pests_MF3309.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eK-State Research \u0026amp; Extension: Squash Vine Borer (MF3309)\u003c\/a\u003e. Historical notes reflect commonly reported accounts from seed savers and university extension sources; growing observations come from our own Newton, Kansas Zone 6b garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot sure Seminole is your variety? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/autumnprairiepumpkins.com\/pages\/vine-borer-resistant-varieties-compared\"\u003eCompare all 14 of our vine borer resistant varieties side by side\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- app-specs-faq --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 to 120\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in deep, hills 6 to 8 ft apart, rows 8 to 10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVine habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong vines, 15 to 25 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 to 10 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly vine borer resistant. Solid moschata stems are hard for borer larvae to tunnel into. Resistant, not immune, so still scout in June and July.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Seminole Pumpkin really vine borer resistant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly vine borer resistant. Solid moschata stems are hard for borer larvae to tunnel into. Resistant, not immune, so still scout in June and July.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I plant Seminole Pumpkin in Kansas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow or transplant once soil holds 65 to 70 F, typically mid May to early June in Zone 6b. At 90 to 120 days to maturity, a late May planting ripens in September to October, right on time for curing before frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long do Seminole pumpkins store?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCured Seminole pumpkins are famous keepers. Stored in a cool dry room they routinely last 6 months and often longer, which is part of why this Florida heirloom has been grown for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is Seminole Pumpkin really vine borer resistant?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Highly vine borer resistant. Solid moschata stems are hard for borer larvae to tunnel into. 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Stored in a cool dry room they routinely last 6 months and often longer, which is part of why this Florida heirloom has been grown for centuries.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\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":9.99,"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":"south-anna-butternut-seeds","title":"South Anna Butternut Seeds, Virginia Open-Pollinated","description":"\u003c!-- app-accordion --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA rare Virginia heirloom butternut with outstanding disease resistance and the vine-borer resistant moschata stems we build our catalog around.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🛡️ Vine borer resistance: Excellent\u003c\/strong\u003e, the solid stems of \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c!-- app-species-consequence --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.86rem;color:#5b4636;\"\u003eThe moschata group is the one that matters in a Kansas July. Solid, dense stems that vine borer larvae struggle to tunnel, and genuine tolerance for heat and humidity. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/what-is-cucurbita-moschata-and-why-does-it-matter\"\u003eWhy species predicts survival here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e resist the squash vine borer that kills most common pumpkins.\u003c!-- app-resist-glance --\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 $25+\u003c\/strong\u003e, ships from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eGermination Promise:\u003c\/strong\u003e if your seeds fail to germinate under proper growing conditions, contact us within one year and we will replace them or refund your purchase. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/seed-quality-germination-testing\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eSee the details\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c!-- app-germ-promise-link --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e📖 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/south-anna-butternut-growing-the-virginia-heirloom-in-kansas\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eRead our complete growing guide for this variety →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSouth Anna Butternut is a modern Virginia heirloom with serious resistance genetics, developed specifically to hold up against the diseases and pests that plague butternut in the humid Mid-Atlantic. It's not in many U.S. catalogs, and that's a shame because it's one of the toughest butternuts you can plant on Kansas soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is a classic butternut shape with deeper orange flesh, richer flavor, and noticeably better storage than the Waltham standard. If you've grown butternut before and been disappointed by bland flesh or disease losses, South Anna is the upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike everything in our catalog, it's \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e, which means \u003cstrong\u003evine borer resistance is built into the genetics\u003c\/strong\u003e. The thick fibrous stems block SVB larvae. In Kansas, where vine borer pressure peaks June through July, moschata is the difference between harvest and heartbreak. Vine borer resistance is kind of our thing at Autumn Prairie Pumpkins, and South Anna fits right in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails open style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\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 Virginia (modern heirloom)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic butternut, 4–6 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep orange, dense, sweet, rich flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~105 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 High, thick-stemmed moschata genetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent, bred for Mid-Atlantic pressure\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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eIn the Kansas Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull sun, well-draining soil, 6–10 feet of space per plant. Direct sow after soil hits 65°F or transplant 3–4 weeks before last frost in Zone 6b. South Anna handles humidity and heat well and keeps producing late into the season. Mulch heavy and rotate cucurbits yearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the full  for planting dates, spacing, and curing tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eWhy Autumn Prairie Pumpkins\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Autumn Prairie Pumpkins","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":46409625731261,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-SAB-10","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Seeds","offer_id":46409625764029,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-SAB-20","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/0335\/5581\/files\/South-Anna-Butternut-CW2.png?v=1772139581"},{"product_id":"bakers-branch-butternut-seeds","title":"Bakers Branch Butternut Seeds, Appalachian Heirloom","description":"\u003c!-- app-accordion --\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\" style=\"font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:16px;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eBakers Branch Butternut Seeds, a rare Appalachian heirloom butternut (\u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c!-- app-species-consequence --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.86rem;color:#5b4636;\"\u003eThe moschata group is the one that matters in a Kansas July. Solid, dense stems that vine borer larvae struggle to tunnel, and genuine tolerance for heat and humidity. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/what-is-cucurbita-moschata-and-why-does-it-matter\"\u003eWhy species predicts survival here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e) with exceptionally sweet, dense flesh and natural vine borer resistance. Grown and tested at our Kansas homestead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🛡️ Vine borer resistance: Excellent\u003c\/strong\u003e, the solid stems of \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e resist the squash vine borer that kills most common pumpkins.\u003c!-- app-resist-glance --\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 $25+\u003c\/strong\u003e, ships from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eGermination Promise:\u003c\/strong\u003e if your seeds fail to germinate under proper growing conditions, contact us within one year and we will replace them or refund your purchase. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/seed-quality-germination-testing\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eSee the details\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c!-- app-germ-promise-link --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e📖 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/bakers-branch-butternut-growing-the-appalachian-heirloom-in-kansas\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eRead our complete growing guide for this variety →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-story\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA butternut selection known for its vigorous vines and excellent storage quality. Tan-skinned fruits with sweet, smooth flesh that deepens in flavor after curing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdetails open style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-details\" style=\"margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\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\u003e105 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\u003e5-8 lbs\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTan\/buff\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEating\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\u003eVine borer resistant\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 Butternut squash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\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-BBB-10 · APP-SEED-MOS-BBB-25 · APP-SEED-MOS-BBB-50\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBaker's Branch is a selected butternut strain prized for its vigorous vines and outstanding storage quality. Unlike standard butternuts, this selection produces heavier yields of uniform fruits with thick, deep-orange flesh. Originally shared among growers in the Appalachian region, it has become a favorite of market farmers and homesteaders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeel and cube for roasting, soups, or gratins. The dense flesh holds its shape when cooked, making it excellent for curries and stews. Try it roasted with olive oil, maple syrup, and a pinch of cayenne for a simple side that steals the show.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/saving-heirloom-pumpkin-seeds-how-to-harvest-dry-and-store-seeds-for-next-year\"\u003eSaving Squash Seeds\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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"app-trust-line\" style=\"margin:12px 0;padding:10px 14px;background:#f5f0e8;border-left:3px solid #c8862d;border-radius:6px;font-size:0.92rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUntreated, open-pollinated heirloom seed.\u003c\/strong\u003e No fungicide coating. Save your own seed from your strongest fruit and grow it again next year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- app-trust-line --\u003e","brand":"Autumn Prairie Pumpkins","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":46409626058941,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-BBB-10","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Seeds","offer_id":46409626091709,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-BBB-20","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/0335\/5581\/files\/Bakers-Branch-Butternut-CW1.jpg?v=1771703945"},{"product_id":"thai-kang-kob-pumpkin-seeds","title":"Thai Kang Kob Pumpkin Seeds, Disease Resistant Asian Heirloom","description":"\u003c!-- app-accordion --\u003e\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:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🛡️ Vine borer resistance: Excellent\u003c\/strong\u003e, the solid stems of \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c!-- app-species-consequence --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.86rem;color:#5b4636;\"\u003eThe moschata group is the one that matters in a Kansas July. Solid, dense stems that vine borer larvae struggle to tunnel, and genuine tolerance for heat and humidity. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/what-is-cucurbita-moschata-and-why-does-it-matter\"\u003eWhy species predicts survival here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e resist the squash vine borer that kills most common pumpkins.\u003c!-- app-resist-glance --\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 $25+\u003c\/strong\u003e, ships from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eGermination Promise:\u003c\/strong\u003e if your seeds fail to germinate under proper growing conditions, contact us within one year and we will replace them or refund your purchase. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/seed-quality-germination-testing\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eSee the details\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c!-- app-germ-promise-link --\u003e\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\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\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\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\u003cdetails open style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eIn the Kansas Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\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\u003cp\u003eRead the full  for planting dates, spacing, and curing tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eWhy Autumn Prairie Pumpkins\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- app-specs-faq --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95 to 110\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in deep, hills 5 to 6 ft apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVine habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong vines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 to 15 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly vine borer resistant. Solid moschata stems are hard for borer larvae to tunnel into. Resistant, not immune, so still scout in June and July.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Thai Kang Kob Pumpkin really vine borer resistant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly vine borer resistant. Solid moschata stems are hard for borer larvae to tunnel into. Resistant, not immune, so still scout in June and July.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I plant Thai Kang Kob Pumpkin in Kansas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow or transplant once soil holds 65 to 70 F, typically mid May to early June in Zone 6b. At 95 to 110 days to maturity, a late May planting ripens in September to October, right on time for curing before frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Thai Kang Kob best used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a classic curry and roasting pumpkin in Thai kitchens. Dense flesh holds its shape when cooked, and the deeply ribbed fruit is a showpiece on the porch too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is Thai Kang Kob Pumpkin really vine borer resistant?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Highly vine borer resistant. Solid moschata stems are hard for borer larvae to tunnel into. 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Solid, dense stems that vine borer larvae struggle to tunnel, and genuine tolerance for heat and humidity. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/what-is-cucurbita-moschata-and-why-does-it-matter\"\u003eWhy species predicts survival here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e resist the squash vine borer that kills most common pumpkins.\u003c!-- app-resist-glance --\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 $25+\u003c\/strong\u003e, ships from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eGermination Promise:\u003c\/strong\u003e if your seeds fail to germinate under proper growing conditions, contact us within one year and we will replace them or refund your purchase. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/seed-quality-germination-testing\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eSee the details\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c!-- app-germ-promise-link --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e📖 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/jamaican-tropical-pumpkin-growing-the-caribbean-heirloom-in-kansas\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eRead our complete growing guide for this variety →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJamaican Tropical Pumpkin is a true Caribbean landrace, selected over generations in a climate where heat, humidity, and pest pressure never let up. It's the pumpkin Jamaican home gardeners and market farmers actually grow, and it's almost nowhere to be found in U.S. seed catalogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is irregular and rustic in the best way, variable green-to-tan skins, blocky to round shapes, with dense deep orange flesh that's sweet, rich, and excellent for soups, curries, and traditional dishes. Flavor is what sets it apart: drier and more concentrated than any grocery-store pumpkin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike every variety we carry, it's \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e, which means \u003cstrong\u003evine borer resistance is built into the genetics\u003c\/strong\u003e. Thick fibrous stems block SVB larvae. In Kansas, where vine borer pressure peaks June through July, moschata is the only butternut-family squash you can count on. Vine borer resistance is kind of our thing at Autumn Prairie Pumpkins, and the Jamaican Tropical is one of the toughest on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails open style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e, heirloom landrace, open-pollinated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jamaica (Caribbean landrace)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variable, 4–10 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variable green to tan, sometimes mottled\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 ~100–110 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–6 months cured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVine borer resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e High, thick-stemmed moschata genetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very uncommon in U.S. seed catalogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eIn the Kansas Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull sun, well-draining soil, 8–12 feet of space. Direct sow after soil hits 65°F or transplant 3–4 weeks before last frost. This one loves Kansas heat and shrugs off humidity. Mulch heavy, rotate cucurbits yearly, and let the fruit fully cure for peak flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the full \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/jamaican-tropical-pumpkin-growing-the-caribbean-heirloom-in-kansas\"\u003eJamaican Tropical Pumpkin Growing Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for planting dates, spacing, and curing tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eWhy Autumn Prairie Pumpkins\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Autumn Prairie Pumpkins","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":46411042652349,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-JTP-10","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Seeds","offer_id":46411042685117,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-JTP-20","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/0335\/5581\/files\/Image_Jul_23_2026_11_51_33_AM.png?v=1784825573"},{"product_id":"waltham-butternut-squash-seeds-1","title":"Waltham Butternut Squash Seeds, Award-Winning Heirloom","description":"\u003c!-- app-accordion --\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\" style=\"font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:16px;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eWaltham Butternut Squash Seeds, the award-winning AAS heirloom (\u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e) and America's most popular butternut. Vine borer resistant with sweet, nutty flesh. 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 $25+\u003c\/strong\u003e, ships from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eGermination Promise:\u003c\/strong\u003e if your seeds fail to germinate under proper growing conditions, contact us within one year and we will replace them or refund your purchase. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/seed-quality-germination-testing\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eSee the details\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c!-- app-germ-promise-link --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e📖 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/waltham-butternut-squash-the-award-winning-heirloom-growing-guide-for-kansas\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eRead our complete growing guide for this variety →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold standard of butternut squash. Waltham Butternut produces reliable harvests of smooth-skinned, tan fruits with sweet, fine-grained orange flesh. Developed at the Waltham Field Station in Massachusetts, this AAS winner stores beautifully for months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails open style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-guide\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanic Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c!-- app-species-consequence --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.86rem;color:#5b4636;\"\u003eThe moschata group is the one that matters in a Kansas July. Solid, dense stems that vine borer larvae struggle to tunnel, and genuine tolerance for heat and humidity. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/what-is-cucurbita-moschata-and-why-does-it-matter\"\u003eWhy species predicts survival here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnnual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 to 110 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hours)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36,48″ apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVine Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 to 6 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTan\/buff\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEating, storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrost Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, 3 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisease \u0026amp; Pest Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVine borer resistant (moschata type), powdery mildew tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 to 6 months, cured and kept in a cool room\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003c!-- app-peak-window --\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeak Eating Window\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCure 10 to 14 days, flavor improves about a month after harvest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waltham, Butternut Waltham\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e APP-SEED-MOS-WB-10 · APP-SEED-MOS-WB-20\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in the 1960s at the University of Massachusetts Waltham Field Station by breeder Bob Young. Waltham Butternut won the prestigious All-America Selections award in 1970 and quickly became the most widely grown butternut variety in North America. Its uniform bell shape, smooth tan skin, and small seed cavity set the standard that all other butternuts are measured against. A true heirloom that has stood the test of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quintessential soup squash, peel, cube, and simmer with aromatics for a velvety butternut soup. Equally excellent roasted with olive oil and sage, pureed into risotto, or used as ravioli filling. Stores 3,6 months in a cool, dry place, developing sweeter flavor over time. The dense, fine-grained flesh holds its shape beautifully when roasted or cubed into stews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/best-pumpkins-to-grow-in-kansas-a-complete-variety-guide\"\u003eKansas Variety Guide\u003c\/a\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 style=\"margin-top:16px;\"\u003e📖 \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/waltham-butternut-squash-the-award-winning-heirloom-growing-guide-for-kansas\"\u003eComplete Waltham Butternut Growing Guide\u003c\/a\u003e, planting tips, harvest timing, and kitchen uses for Kansas Zone 6b gardens. · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/squash-vine-borer-how-to-identify-prevent-manage-the-1-pumpkin-pest\"\u003eVine Borer Prevention Guide\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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"app-trust-line\" style=\"margin:12px 0;padding:10px 14px;background:#f5f0e8;border-left:3px solid #c8862d;border-radius:6px;font-size:0.92rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUntreated, open-pollinated heirloom seed.\u003c\/strong\u003e No fungicide coating. Save your own seed from your strongest fruit and grow it again next year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- app-trust-line --\u003e\n\u003c!-- app-specs-faq --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 to 110\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in deep, hills 4 to 6 ft apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVine habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVines 10 to 15 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 to 5 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly vine borer resistant. Solid moschata stems are hard for borer larvae to tunnel into. Resistant, not immune, so still scout in June and July.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Waltham Butternut really vine borer resistant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly vine borer resistant. Solid moschata stems are hard for borer larvae to tunnel into. Resistant, not immune, so still scout in June and July.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I plant Waltham Butternut in Kansas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow or transplant once soil holds 65 to 70 F, typically mid May to early June in Zone 6b. At 100 to 110 days to maturity, a late May planting ripens in September to October, right on time for curing before frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does Waltham Butternut store after harvest?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCured fruit stores 3 to 6 months in a cool dry spot. Harvest when the skin is fully tan and the stem is corky, and cure for a week or two in a warm room first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is Waltham Butternut really vine borer resistant?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Highly vine borer resistant. Solid moschata stems are hard for borer larvae to tunnel into. 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Solid, dense stems that vine borer larvae struggle to tunnel, and genuine tolerance for heat and humidity. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/what-is-cucurbita-moschata-and-why-does-it-matter\"\u003eWhy species predicts survival here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e resist the squash vine borer that kills most common pumpkins.\u003c!-- app-resist-glance --\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 $25+\u003c\/strong\u003e, ships from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eGermination Promise:\u003c\/strong\u003e if your seeds fail to germinate under proper growing conditions, contact us within one year and we will replace them or refund your purchase. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/seed-quality-germination-testing\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eSee the details\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c!-- app-germ-promise-link --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e📖 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/chinese-tropical-pumpkin-growing-the-moschata-heirloom-in-kansas\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eRead our complete growing guide for this variety →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChinese Tropical Pumpkin is a regional moschata landrace selected over generations in southern China for heat, humidity, and pest resistance. It's a working-garden variety, not a commercial cultivar, which is exactly why you can't find it anywhere else in the U.S. seed market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is round to slightly flattened with variable tan-to-green skin and dense, sweet, deep orange flesh. Rich flavor, excellent storage, and the kind of toughness that comes from generations of selection under real pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike every variety in our catalog, it's \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e, which means \u003cstrong\u003evine borer resistance is built into the genetics\u003c\/strong\u003e. The thick fibrous stems block SVB larvae. In Kansas, where vine borer pressure peaks June through July and takes out pepo squash planting after planting, moschata is the only way to grow winter squash reliably. Vine borer resistance is kind of our thing at Autumn Prairie Pumpkins, and this one is one of the rarest on the list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails open style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e, heirloom landrace, open-pollinated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China (southern regional landrace)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round to flat, 4–8 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variable tan to green\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 ~100–110 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 High, thick-stemmed moschata genetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely uncommon in U.S. seed catalogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eIn the Kansas Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull sun, well-draining soil, 8–12 feet of space per plant. Loves heat and handles humidity. Direct sow after soil hits 65°F or transplant 3–4 weeks before last frost in Zone 6b. Mulch heavy, feed with compost, rotate cucurbits yearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the full  for planting dates, spacing, and curing tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eWhy Autumn Prairie Pumpkins\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Autumn Prairie Pumpkins","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":46529408073917,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-CTP-10","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Seeds","offer_id":46529408106685,"sku":"APP-SEED-MOS-CTP-20","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/0335\/5581\/files\/ChineseTropical.jpg?v=1773839971"},{"product_id":"tahitian-melon-squash-seeds-pacific-heirloom-cucurbita-moschata","title":"Tahitian Melon Squash Seeds, Giant Pacific Heirloom","description":"\u003c!-- app-accordion --\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-tagline\" style=\"font-size:1.05rem;font-weight:500;margin-bottom:16px;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eTahitian Melon Squash Seeds, a giant Pacific heirloom (\u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c!-- app-species-consequence --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:0.86rem;color:#5b4636;\"\u003eThe moschata group is the one that matters in a Kansas July. Solid, dense stems that vine borer larvae struggle to tunnel, and genuine tolerance for heat and humidity. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/what-is-cucurbita-moschata-and-why-does-it-matter\"\u003eWhy species predicts survival here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e) producing enormous fruits with sweet, dense orange flesh. Vine borer resistant and heat tolerant. Shipped from Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🛡️ Vine borer resistance: Excellent\u003c\/strong\u003e, the solid stems of \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e resist the squash vine borer that kills most common pumpkins.\u003c!-- app-resist-glance --\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 $25+\u003c\/strong\u003e, ships from Newton, Kansas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eGermination Promise:\u003c\/strong\u003e if your seeds fail to germinate under proper growing conditions, contact us within one year and we will replace them or refund your purchase. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/seed-quality-germination-testing\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eSee the details\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c!-- app-germ-promise-link --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 1rem;font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e📖 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/tahitian-melon-squash-growing-the-giant-pacific-heirloom-in-kansas\" style=\"color:#6b8e3a;\"\u003eRead our complete growing guide for this variety →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTahitian Melon Squash is one of those varieties with a history longer than any seed catalog. A \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e heirloom from the Pacific Islands, it was among the early rediscovered varieties that launched the modern heirloom seed movement, and for good reason. Few winter squash match it for sheer size, sweetness, or the kind of storage life that makes a September harvest last well into spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruits are large, commonly 15 to 25 pounds at maturity, with exceptional plants occasionally reaching 40 pounds or more. The skin is a smooth, warm tan-buff at full cure. Cut one open and the interior is dense, richly orange, and unmistakably fragrant. The flavor is sweet and full, closer to a premium butternut than anything from the canned goods aisle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails open style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eWhy It Thrives in Kansas Gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e, Tahitian Melon Squash carries the thick, corky stem structure that makes the entire moschata species naturally resistant to squash vine borers. In Kansas and across the Midwest, where vine borers reliably devastate \u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e crops (zucchini, acorn squash, most jack-o'-lanterns) by midsummer, this is not a minor detail. Tahitian vines grow through July, through August, and all the way to a full fall harvest without the borer pressure that ends so many other gardens' pumpkin seasons early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd to that its heat tolerance, developed across generations in the warm Pacific, and Tahitian Melon Squash handles Kansas summers with composure most Northern European heirlooms simply don't have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eStarting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow after last frost when soil temperature reaches 65°F, typically early to mid-May in Zone 6b (Newton\/Wichita area). For earlier harvests, start indoors in 3–4 inch pots 3–4 weeks before your transplant date. Vigorous germinator in warm soil; expect seedlings in 5–8 days at 70°F+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eSpacing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVines are expansive, 8–10 feet between plants, rows 10–12 feet apart. Train along a fence or property edge to manage spread. Fruits are too heavy for trellising; let them set on the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 110 to 120 days from seed. In Zone 6b, plan for late-September to October harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eHarvest and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when the stem corks and the skin resists a fingernail scratch. Cure 10–14 days in a warm, dry location. Properly cured, Tahitian Melon Squash stores 4 to 6 months at 50 to 60 F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalve and roast cut-side down at 375°F for 45–60 minutes. Dense flesh holds up in soups and curries without turning watery. For pies, the flavor rivals anything from a can. For roasted cubes, it caramelizes beautifully with just olive oil and salt. One large fruit goes a long way, 20+ pounds of premium eating squash from a single harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eSeed Saving\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom, seeds saved from healthy, fully mature fruits grow true to type year after year. Will cross with other \u003cem\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/em\u003e (butternut, Seminole, Musquée de Provence, Tromboncino) but not with \u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e. Isolate by 500+ feet to maintain purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"border:1px solid #e3d6c3;border-radius:8px;margin:10px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fffdf9;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;\"\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"display:inline;margin:0;font-family:var(--heading-font,Playfair Display,serif);font-size:1.08rem;color:#1c0f06;\"\u003eDetails at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cucurbita moschata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110 to 120 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–25 lbs typical; up to 40 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep orange, dense, very sweet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVine Borer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e High (Cucurbita moschata)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 6 months at 50 to 60 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!-- app-peak-window --\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeak eating window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cure 7 to 10 days, flavor peaks 2 to 3 months after harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–11 | Zone 6b Kansas tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Newton, Kansas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:16px;\"\u003e📖 \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/tahitian-melon-squash-growing-the-giant-pacific-heirloom-in-kansas\"\u003eComplete Tahitian Melon Growing Guide\u003c\/a\u003e, planting tips, harvest timing, and kitchen uses for Kansas Zone 6b gardens. · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/squash-vine-borer-how-to-identify-prevent-manage-the-1-pumpkin-pest\"\u003eVine Borer Prevention Guide\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\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- app-specs-faq --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCucurbita moschata\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110 to 120\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in deep, hills 8 to 10 ft apart, rows 10 to 12 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVine habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery long vines, 20 ft or more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 to 25 lb typical, up to 40 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly vine borer resistant. 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