Gourds & Squash

The cucurbit family of courgettes, summer and winter squash, pumpkins and decorative gourds — generous, easy crops for fresh eating and autumn storing. Cousins of the cucumber.

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  • Birdhouse Bottle Gourd Climber seeds (Lagenaria siceraria) – annual climber Birdhouse Bottle Gourd Climber (Lagenaria siceraria) – annual climber seeds from SeedsChoice
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    Birdhouse gourds for decorative garden projects birdhouse bottle gourd seeds produce a vigorous, climbing annual gourd plant valued for its distinctive, bottle-shaped fruits. This birdhouse gourd variety develops light green gourds with a rounded neck...

  • Black Beauty Zucchini seeds (Cucurbita pepo) – organic annual Black Beauty Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo) – organic annual seeds from SeedsChoice
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    Organic Black Beauty zucchini for compact gardens black beauty zucchini seeds are a classic choice for gardeners who want dependable summer squash on a tidy, bush-type plant. This organic variety is known for its dark-skinned...

  • Butternut Rugosa Pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita moschata) – vegetable Butternut Rugosa Pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) – vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
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    Butternut Rugosa pumpkin seeds for winter squash butternut rugosa pumpkin seeds are a distinctive winter squash seed variety selected for producing elongated, lightly ribbed fruits with a characterful, textured exterior. This vegetable variety belongs to...

  • Climbing Courgette Ola Escaladora seeds (Cucurbita pepo) – organic annual climber Climbing Courgette Ola Escaladora (Cucurbita pepo) – organic annual climber seeds from SeedsChoice
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    Organic climbing courgette seeds for vertical gardens climbing courgette seeds ‘Ola Escaladora’ are an organic, annual vegetable choice for gardeners who want a productive courgette that grows upward rather than sprawling. This dark green courgette...

  • Cucuzzi Gourd Italian Snake seeds (Lagenaria siceraria) – annual Cucuzzi Gourd Italian Snake (Lagenaria siceraria) – annual seeds from SeedsChoice
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    Italian cucuzzi gourd seeds for sunny gardens cucuzzi gourd seeds produce an annual, climbing gourd vine known for its long, light-green fruits and showy white flowers. Often referred to as italian snake gourd seeds, this...

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    Custard White squash for compact garden beds custard white squash seeds produce a distinctive pattypan-type summer squash with a scalloped, “flying saucer” shape and a clean white skin. This annual vegetable is valued for its...

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    Early summer crookneck squash for garden beds early summer crookneck squash seeds are a classic choice for anyone looking to grow a productive, non-running summer squash with distinctive curved-neck fruits. This annual vegetable, Cucurbita pepo,...

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    Organic pumpkin seeds for classic Halloween lanterns jack o lantern pumpkin seeds are an organic vegetable seed choice for gardeners who want a classic halloween pumpkin variety with the familiar round shape used for seasonal...

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    Marina Di Chioggia pumpkin seeds for gardens marina di chioggia pumpkin seeds produce a distinctive Italian heirloom winter squash known for its green-grey, warty rind and broad, flattened, ribbed shape. This is a late season...

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    Traditional Italian bush variety for home gardens Marrow seeds Alberello Di Sarzana are a traditional Italian zucchini type selected for a compact, bushy plant habit and reliable garden performance. This is a bush type zucchini...

  • Musquée De Provence Pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita moschata) – organic annual vegetable Musquée De Provence Pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) – organic annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
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    French heirloom pumpkin for ornamental kitchen gardens musquée de provence pumpkin seeds are an organic vegetable seed choice for gardeners who want a classic French heirloom pumpkin with distinctive, deeply ribbed fruit. This ribbed pumpkin...

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    Patisson colour mix for decorative summer harvests Patisson seeds produce an annual scallopini-type squash with a striking mix of fruit colours, including yellow, orange, green, and white. This ornamental squash colour mix also fits well...

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    Patisson colour mix for summer harvest patisson squash seeds offer a lively colour mix of scallop-shaped summer squash for the vegetable garden. This pattypan squash colour mix includes fruits in yellow, orange, green, and white,...

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    Custard White patisson squash for kitchen gardens patisson squash seeds produce the distinctive Custard White patisson, a classic summer squash with a decorative, scalloped “flying saucer” shape. This annual vegetable is valued for its smooth,...

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    Atlantic Giant pumpkin seeds for impressive vines pumpkin atlantic giant seeds are an annual vegetable variety selected for producing exceptionally large pumpkins under good garden conditions. This classic vining pumpkin variety develops vigorous runners and...

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    Baby Bear pumpkin for decorative garden displays pumpkin baby bear seeds produce a compact, round, orange pumpkin with a lightly wrinkled rind and an attractive, classic seasonal look. This baby bear pumpkin variety is valued...

  • Pumpkin Berrettina seeds (Cucurbita maxima) – annual vegetable Pumpkin Berrettina (Cucurbita maxima) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
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    Distinctive grey pumpkin for kitchen and display Pumpkin berrettina seeds produce a distinctive annual pumpkin vine with medium to large fruits that stand out for their flattened, strongly ribbed shape and characterful, bumpy surface. This...

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    Distinctive blue winter squash for gardens pumpkin hubbard blue seeds produce an annual, vigorous vining squash with large fruits and a distinctive blue-grey rind. This Cucurbita maxima hubbard variety is popular in specialty and ornamental...

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    Italian heirloom pumpkin with striking ribbed skin pumpkin marina di chioggia seeds produce a traditional Italian heirloom known for its deeply ribbed, dark green exterior and rounded form. This ribbed green pumpkin variety matures into...

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    Classic French pumpkin for kitchen and display pumpkin rouge vif d'etampes seeds are a traditional choice for gardeners who want a characterful, old-style pumpkin with strong visual appeal. Often referred to as the rouge vif...

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Gourds & squash seeds — courgettes, pumpkins and winter squash

Gourds and squash are the sprawling, generous members of the cucurbit family — courgettes and summer squash for quick pickings, pumpkins and winter squash for storing, plus decorative gourds for autumn. They're among the most rewarding crops in our vegetable seed range and sit alongside their cousin the cucumber. First time growing them? Start with our vegetable growing guide.

These crops hate frost. Sow at the right time for a long, productive season — the calendar shows when.

Summer pickings vs winter keepers

For fast, soft-skinned crops pick from our summer squash and prolific courgettes. For hard-skinned storers, browse winter squash and classic pumpkins, or see the whole Cucurbita pepo group together.

Growing big, healthy plants

Squash are hungry and thirsty — plant into rich soil (our soil guide helps) and water deeply at the roots, since wet leaves invite mildew. Keep them fed with our feeding guide and watch for common diseases like powdery mildew in late summer.

Short on ground space? Train trailing types up a sturdy support, or pick compact bush courgettes.

Popular vegetable categories: Courgette · Pumpkin · Winter Squash · Summer Squash · Cucumber

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Frequently Asked Questions

When do I sow squash and pumpkins?
After the last frost in late spring, or start them indoors in pots a few weeks earlier and plant out once it is warm.

What's the difference between summer and winter squash?
Summer squash and courgettes have soft skins and are eaten young; winter squash and pumpkins have hard skins and store for months.

Why are my squash leaves white and powdery?
That is powdery mildew, common late in the season. Water at the roots, improve airflow and remove badly affected leaves.

Do they need a lot of space?
Trailing types sprawl widely, but you can train them up supports or choose compact bush varieties for smaller plots.

How productive are courgettes?
Very — just one or two plants usually keep a household well supplied all summer.