Seed Count 8 Italian Winter Squash Marina Di Chioggia Italian Winter Squash Marina Di Chioggia. This very old Italian Heirloom rustic variety originates near Venice & is considered the King of Italian Squashes. Large unique turban shaped deep blue-green 6-10lb fruit are produced on vigorous vines with a rich, sweet, deep yellow-orange flesh of outstanding quality. in Italy this is popular for gnocchi & ravioli, but also delicious baked or in pies. Rich in Vitamin A, also contains mineral salts (Calcium & Phosphorous). Avg. yield: 2 fruits Cultivation Advice Italian Winter Squash Marina Di Chioggia A sunny spot protected from strong winds is essential. The soil must be well drained & rich in humus, the more the better. fill each hole at least 12 square with garden compost & paper at the bottom into which goes a single plant. For bush varieties 24in between each plant is fine - 48in for vines. Many winter Squash / Pumpkins like to sprawl out & need plenty of space. Vining Squash / Pumpkins require a larger area to run, whilst semi-vining & bush varieties of winter squash / courgette can be well contained. If space is tight just keep turning the branches back to the centre to prevent spreading & over-running other plants. Vegetable - Italian Winter Squash Marina Di Chioggia 8 Premium Quality Seeds
