North Georgia Candy Roaster Squash Seeds
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"Grow the extra-sweet North Georgia Candy Roaster Squash in your home garden with this 25-seed pack from Thresh Seed Company! This heirloom, non-GMO winter banana squash variety produces elongated, tender fruits with rich, sweet flesh perfect for roasting, baking, and soups. Easy-to-grow in home gardens, raised beds, or outdoor plots, these seeds are ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Enjoy a bountiful harvest of flavorful, nutrient-rich winter squash straight from your garden."





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Features
Life Cycle
Annual
Planting Season
Spring to early summer after frost
Growth Habit
Vigorous trailing vines
Flavor Profile
Sweet, Nutty, Dense
Plant Characteristics
Large, round to oblong tan-orange fruits; high-yielding
Use
Roasting, Baking, Soups, Purees
Growing Conditions
Full sun, fertile, well-drained soil
Harvest Advantages
Excellent storage, Uniform fruits, High yield
Plant Resistance
Disease-tolerant; withstands mild frost
About North Georgia Candy Roaster Squash Seeds
Cucurbita maxima
Seed Names
North Georgia Candy Roaster Squash Seeds
Seed Type
Heirloom, Non-GMO
The North Georgia Candy Roaster Squash is a traditional heirloom winter squash originating from Georgia, USA. It produces large, sweet, and nutty fruits with dense orange flesh, ideal for winter storage. Its vigorous vines are high-yielding, making it perfect for home gardens and small farms. The variety is prized for its flavor and versatility in cooking, from roasting to baking.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
1–1.5 inches
Sowing Method
Direct sow / Indoor seed-starting 2–4 weeks before frost
Plant Spacing
36–48 inches apart
Days to Maturity
100–120 days
Soil Preparation
Direct sow outdoors; soak 6–8 hours to improve germination
Hardiness Zones
USDA 3–10
Water Needs
Moderate, Consistent Moisture
Planting Season
Spring/Summer after last frost
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
up to 800–1,000 sq.ft
500
up to 4,000–5,000 sq.ft
1000
up to 8,000–10,000 sq.ft