Heirloom Cushaw Green Striped Pumpkin Winter Squash 100 Seeds High Yields Large HEIRLOOM GREEN STRIPED CUSHAW PUMPKIN -- 100 SEEDS Cucurbita argyrosperma 115 DAYS. Green stripe cushaw produces heavy yields of 20" long pumpkins with a long curved neck that weight 10-12 lbs. The skin is white with green stripes and has thick yellow flesh. Large vigorous vines, good for the South. A great Fall display pumpkin or excellent for squash casserole. Delicious pies & soups! Stores very well. Pumpkin is a very tender vegetable. The seeds do not germinate in cold soil, and the seedlings are injured by frost. Do not plant until all danger of frost has passed, and the soil has thoroughly warmed. Germination temperature 75F-90F. Planting Instructions: In fine and rich well-drained soil, direct sow outside after danger of last frost. Soil germination temperature 75F-90F. Plant seed 1" deep about 6 seeds per hill in hills at 6 ft apart. Germination is 7-14 days depending upon growing conditions. The winter squash group includes pumpkin, acorn, butternut, and spaghetti squash. Winter squash, like other richly colored vegetables, provide an excellent source of carotenes. Generally, the richer the color, the richer the concentration. They also offer a very good source of vitamins B1 and C, folic acid, pantothenic acid, fiber, and potassium. Winter squash are also a good source of vitamin B6 and niacin. Studies have shown that, due to their carotene properties, winter squash exert a protective effect against many cancers, particularly lung cancer. Diets that are rich in carotenes (especially pumpkins) offer protection against cancer, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. Studies have also shown that pumpkin seeds are helpful in reducing symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).