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Cushaw Green-Striped Pumpkin Seeds — Southern Heirloom
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Cushaw Green-Striped Pumpkin Seeds — a Southern Appalachian heirloom (Cucurbita moschata) with natural vine borer resistance and beautiful striped skin. Light, sweet flesh ideal for pies. Shipped from Kansas.
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A Southern heirloom with roots stretching back generations. The green-striped cushaw laughs at vine borers and summer heat. Its pale, fine-grained flesh makes silky pies and butters.
Growing Guide
Cucurbita argyrosperma
Annual
100 days
Full sun
36-48″ apart
1″
Vine
10-15 lbs (up to 25 lbs)
Green striped with pale orange flesh
Pie, baking, butter
No
Yes, 3 weeks
No
Heat tolerant, borer resistant
Also known as: Crookneck, sweet potato pumpkin
History & Origin
The Green-Striped Cushaw (Cucurbita argyrosperma) has been cultivated by Native American peoples for thousands of years. Unlike most pumpkins in our catalog, it belongs to a different species entirely, which makes it naturally immune to squash vine borers, the number one pest in Kansas gardens. Its distinctive curved neck and green-and-white striped skin are unmistakable in the patch.
In the Kitchen
Cushaw makes exceptional pies with a lighter, more delicate flavor than standard pumpkin. In Southern tradition, it is baked into custard-like pies or slow-cooked into preserves. The yellow flesh is mild and sweet, ideal for soups and baked goods.
Related Reading
· Saving Squash Seeds · Vine Borer Prevention Guide
Shipping & Satisfaction
We ship seeds and coffee via USPS from Newton, Kansas. Orders typically ship within 1-2 business days.
Seeds: Flat-rate shipping. Ships year-round.
Coffee: Freshly roasted and shipped weekly.
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Growing Tips
Each seed packet includes detailed growing instructions. For additional help, visit our Permaculture page or reach out to us directly.