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- Days to maturity
- 75–95 days
- Growth habit
- Vining
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Hokkaido is a kabocha-style squash with round, slightly flattened, slate-green fruit of 2 to 4 pounds and dry, fiberless flesh. At about 75 days it is early for the type, so it fits shorter seasons and gives a manageable fruit size.
Hokkaido traits
- Round, slightly flattened slate-green fruit of 2-4 lb
- Dry, fiberless flesh
- Early; about 75 days
Good for
- Simmering
- Roasting
- Short-season gardens
Compare with other winter squash varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hokkaido this page | 75–95 days | Vining | — |
| Small Wonder | 75–80 days | Vining | — |
| Hasta La Pasta | 73 days | Vining | — |
| Mesa Queen | 71 days | Vining | — |
| Arikara | 70 days | Vining | — |
| Autumn Glow | 80 days | Vining | — |
| Bugle | 80 days | Vining | — |
Hokkaido FAQ
What kind of winter squash is Hokkaido?
Hokkaido is a kabocha-style squash with round, slightly flattened, slate-green fruit of 2 to 4 pounds and dry, fiberless flesh. At about 75 days it is early for the type, so it fits shorter seasons and gives a manageable fruit size.
How many days to maturity is Hokkaido?
Hokkaido is listed at 75–95 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other winter squash varieties, so check them in the winter squash growing guide.
How does Hokkaido compare with other winter squash varieties?
Hokkaido: 75–95 days, vining. Similar winter squash varieties include Small Wonder (75–80 days), Hasta La Pasta (73 days), Mesa Queen (71 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Hokkaido good for?
Hokkaido is grown for simmering, roasting, short-season gardens.
Sowing, care and common problems
Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every winter squash variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.
- Winter Squash growing guide
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- Pumpkin Pests and Diseases: Vine Borers, Squash Bugs and Mildew
- When to Harvest Pumpkins: Ripeness Signs, Curing and How Long They Store
- All 219 winter squash varieties
Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
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