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- Days to maturity
- 90–95 days
- Growth habit
- Vining
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Kikuza, or Sweet Kikuza, is a Japanese heirloom kabocha with flattened, deeply lobed, ribbed fruit of 4 to 7 pounds. The rind is yellowish to dark green and roughened with grayish-tan warts and scarring, quite unlike supermarket kabocha, and the thick flesh is deep orange-yellow, dry and intensely sweet with a chestnut note. Sow after frost once the soil is warm, or start indoors two to three weeks early in short seasons, and give the vines room. Water evenly until fruit sets, then let the soil dry somewhat as the rind hardens. Cure one to two weeks before storage; it keeps for months. About 90 days.
Kikuza traits
- Japanese heirloom kabocha type
- Flattened, deeply lobed fruit of 4-7 lb
- Warty, scarred yellowish-green rind
- Thick, dry, intensely sweet orange-yellow flesh
- Sprawling vines; stores for months
Good for
- Simmering and tempura
- Roasting
- Storage
Compare with other winter squash varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kikuza this page | 90–95 days | Vining | — |
| Anna Swartz | 90–100 days | Vining | — |
| Australian Butter | 90–100 days | Vining | — |
| Avalon | 90 days | Vining | — |
| Blue Prince F1 | 90 days | Vining | — |
| Buttercup | 90 days | Vining | — |
| Frisco Butternut | 90 days | Vining | — |
Kikuza FAQ
What kind of winter squash is Kikuza?
Kikuza, or Sweet Kikuza, is a Japanese heirloom kabocha with flattened, deeply lobed, ribbed fruit of 4 to 7 pounds. The rind is yellowish to dark green and roughened with grayish-tan warts and scarring, quite unlike supermarket kabocha, and the thick flesh is deep orange-yellow, dry and intensely sweet with a chestnut note.
How many days to maturity is Kikuza?
Kikuza is listed at 90–95 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 Kikuza compare with other winter squash varieties?
Kikuza: 90–95 days, vining. Similar winter squash varieties include Anna Swartz (90–100 days), Australian Butter (90–100 days), Avalon (90 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Kikuza good for?
Kikuza is grown for simmering and tempura, roasting, storage.
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 Growing Calendar: From Sowing to the Curing Shelf
- 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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