Description
Celebration Squash Seeds (Winter Type) 2300.
Highly Decorative and Exceptionally Sweet Hybrid Acorn Squash with Powdery Mildew Resistance.
Celebration Winter Squash (Cucurbita pepo) is an outstanding hybrid acorn-type squash that combines stunning visual appeal with remarkable eating quality. The compact, ribbed fruits average 750 g in weight and measure approximately 10 cm x 12 cm, featuring striking light yellow skins with vibrant orange sutures. Inside, the fine-grained, light yellow flesh delivers a wonderfully sweet, rich flavour. Bred with strong resistance to powdery mildew, Celebration ensures healthy vines and heavy yields, making it an underappreciated jewel for both autumn decorations and delicious winter dining.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 2300
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Botanical Name: Cucurbita pepo ‘Celebration’
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Type: Hybrid Winter Squash (Acorn Type)
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Fruit Size & Weight: 750 g (10 cm x 12 cm)
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Plant Spacing: Space hills 2.4 m apart
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Light Requirement: Full Sun
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Soil Preference: Deep, rich, organic, well-draining soil (pH 5.5–6.5)
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Disease Resistance: High resistance to Powdery Mildew
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Germination: 5–10 days in warm soil
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Seed Depth: 2.5 cm deep
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Seed Count: Approx. 7–10 seeds per packet (10–12 seeds per gram)
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Squash are heat-loving crops that thrive in full sun with organic-rich soil and careful transplanting to protect sensitive roots.
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Direct Sowing (Recommended): Direct sow seeds outdoors from late May to mid-June once soil temperatures have warmed. Plant seeds 2.5 cm deep in hills spaced 2.4 m apart, placing 4 to 6 seeds per hill. Thin to the 3 strongest seedlings per hill after emergence.
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Indoor Starting: In shorter-season regions, start seeds indoors 3 weeks before outdoor planting. Sow directly into paper, fibre, or peat pots to prevent root disturbance during transplanting.
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Soil Preparation & Care: Work generous amounts of rich compost into garden beds prior to planting. Keep soil consistently moist throughout the growing season.
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Harvesting & Storage: Harvest mature squash before the first hard autumn frost when the rind hardens and colours fully develop. Leave a short stem section attached. Store in a cool, dry place for autumn display and winter cooking.
Why Celebration Squash Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you want a compact winter squash that offers both spectacular autumn colour for table displays and unbeatable sweet flavour in the kitchen, Celebration is a top-tier choice. Its built-in powdery mildew resistance and manageable single-serving fruit size make it a rewarding addition to Canadian gardens.
