{"product_id":"long-island-cheese-squash-seeds-1","title":"Long Island Cheese Squash Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eLong Island Cheese Squash – an elegant heirloom winter squash shaped like a soft-edged wheel of cheese. Buff-colored rind, deep orange, stringless flesh, weighing typically 6–12 lbs—ideal for pie-making and long-term storage. 10 seeds.Direct sow outdoors after all risk of frost has passed and soil reaches ~70 °F (~21 °C).Indoor start: Begin 3 weeks before last frost (2–3 seeds per 2″ pot), then transplant after last frost .Sow seeds 1″ deep in hills spaced ~6 ft apart (or 4–6 ft in-row, 6 ft between hills).Thin to 3–4 strong seedlings per hill or container.Prefers fertile, well-drained soil (pH 5.8–7.0), full sun 6+ hrs\/day.Provide at least 1″ water weekly; mulch to retain moisture.Remove covers once flowering begins; protect young plants from pests with row covers.105 days from sowing. Pick when rind is hard, color is developed, and stem browns (before frost). Leave 2–4″ stem attached .Cure 2–3 weeks in a warm, dry, well-ventilated spot. Can store 3+ months .This versatile heirloom not only offers delicious flavor and long shelf life, but also adds seasonal beauty and depth to your garden. ***Refer to this listing for sowing instructions as they will not be printed with orders. Additional online research is advised. *****VERY IMPORTANT: Please do your research before purchasing my seeds. I am NOT responsible for buyer germination failure due to improper planting or climate conditions or for any other reason. Seeds have been tested. You will NOT receive a refund\/replacement for ungerminated seeds!All content and photos copyright©️ by The Okra Lady LLC.Happy Growing!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jajdecor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55071352226164,"sku":"IJ8UW5B","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/7735\/0004\/files\/Output_214.jpg?v=1785459885","url":"https:\/\/jajdecor.com\/products\/long-island-cheese-squash-seeds-1","provider":"Jajdecor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}