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Gem Squash Seeds – 20 Seeds
R 12.50
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R 12.50
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Grow a South African garden favourite with Diamond Field Blooms Gem Squash Seeds. These compact, round squash with their distinctive striped green skin are a beloved staple of the South African table — delicious stuffed, roasted, or steamed with butter. Vigorous vines, high yield, and incredibly rewarding to grow.
- Variety: Gem Squash (Cucurbita pepo)
- Seed Count: 20 Non-GMO Seeds
- Difficulty: Easy to Grow
- Type: Nutritious • Delicious • High Yield
Planting Guide
- Planting Time: Spring to summer (after last frost)
- Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
- Planting Depth: Sow seeds 2–3 cm deep
- Spacing: 90–120 cm apart
- Support: Not required, but vines can be supported to save space and keep fruit off the ground
- Water: Keep soil evenly moist during germination and fruit development
- Harvest: Ready in 10–14 weeks — when fruits are firm, brightly coloured, and have a hard skin
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