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Once you try these teardrop-shaped 3-4 pound fruits, they'll become an essential part of your fall and winter cooking. Kuri is Japanese for chestnut, a tribute to its nutty flavor. Also known as 'Orange Hokkaido', its smooth consistency and deep color make it a favorite for any traditional squash or pumpkin dish, although it's terrific simply sliced, steamed, or baked. Compact 4'-6' vines produce well even in cool or short-season climates.
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- Variety Info
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Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 95 days
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Type: Winter Squash (Learn more)
Native: Argentina and Uruguay
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: 4'–6' long vines
Variety Info: 3–4 pound, teardrop-shaped, reddish-orange fruits; 2-3 fruits per plant. Other names include 'Baby Red Hubbard', 'Orange Hokkaido', and 'Uchiki Kuri'.
Attributes: Frost Sensitive
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–85°F.
When to Start Inside: Not recommended except in very short growing seasons, 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Roots sensitive to disturbance; sow in 4" biodegradable pots that can be planted directly into the ground. Transplant when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
Sprouts in: 5–10 days
Plant Seeds (Depth): 1"
Space Seeds: 2–3 seeds per mound
Row Spacing: 4'–6'
Thinning: When 3" leaves, thin to 1–2 per mound
Growing Info
Harvesting: Harvest when the squash's rind is hard enough that you can't dent it with your fingernail and before first frost. Cut stem, (don't break it off) leaving 2" of stem attached, which keeps the squash whole, leaving no opening for infection. Though fruits are hard and may seem indestructible, treat them gently; bruising can spoil squash.
- Sonyaa C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 1, 2026Excellent
Quick and easy germination. Grew well until SVB attacked. Pictured here is my biggest one. Will definitely grow again in the fall. Highly recommended!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningJun 1, 2026Hey Sonyaa,
We're so happy to hear about your excellent germination and growth with our Red Kuri Winter Squash Seeds! That's one impressive squash in your photo - what a beauty! Sorry to hear about the SVB troubles, but we love that you're planning to try fall growing next time. That's such a smart strategy! Thanks for the high recommendation and for sharing your Red Kuri squash success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- JudithVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsNov 11, 20245 Stars
Everything arrived on time and well packaged.
- SummerVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsSep 2, 20245 Stars
Sprouted fast, I'd plant a couple though to get more fruit and be sure they're all pollinated
- Keith W.Verified BuyerRated 2 out of 5 starsAug 6, 20242 Stars
Small batch of seeds (6) of which only one germinated. Low germination rate for the cost. Will not order again.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Expert - Justyne S.Verified BuyerRated 2 out of 5 starsJul 16, 20242 Stars
The red Kuri seeds did not grow well.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
