80-120 Days to maturity. Cucurbita maxima. Silver Bell Winter Squash Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom. Suitable for growing in fields, containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Silver Bell Winter Squash is a beautiful, compact variety characterized by smooth, silver-gray skin and rich, golden flesh. Fruits average 3–5 pounds each, with a sweet, nutty flavor perfect for roasting, soups, or baking. They store exceptionally well, keeping their flavor deep into winter. A reliable producer and garden favorite, Silver Bell brings both beauty and bounty to your fall harvests. ~175 seeds/oz. Download Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF Latin Name: Cucurbita maxima Hardiness Zone: Annual 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Days to Maturity: 80-120 Days to Germination: 4-14 Seeding Depth: 1 inch Direct Sow: Yes Start Indoors: Yes, 2-3 weeks before transplanting. Plant Spacing: 8-12 feet Row Spacing: 8-12 feet Plant Height: 9-15 inches Plant Width: 6-12 feet Growth Habit: Spreading Deer Resistant: No Soil Preference: Medium moist, organic, fertile, well-drained. Temperature Preference: Warmer 60-85 F Germination Temperature: 70-90 F Light Preference: Full Sun Pests and Diseases: Resistant to powdery mildew. Watch for aphids, cucumber beetles and squash bugs. Silver Bell Winter Squash Color: Silver-gray rind with orange flesh. Silver Bell Winter Squash Flavor: Sweet, fine-grained, nutty flavor. Garden Size: Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container, Fields Climate Tolerance: Heat, light frost tolerant once mature Growing Silver Bell Winter Squash in the Vegetable Garden Silver Bell squash thrives when directly sown into warm garden soil after the danger of frost has passed. Seeds can also be started indoors 3-4 weeks before transplanting for an earlier harvest. Plant into mounds or rows with ample spacing to allow vines to spread. Mulching helps conserve soil moisture and suppresses weeds. Consistent watering is key during fruit development, but avoid waterlogging. Fertilize with compost or a balanced organic fertilizer for vigorous growth. Harvesting Silver Bell Winter Squash Fruits are ready to harvest when the rind turns a uniform silver-gray and resists puncture by a fingernail. Cut from the vine with several inches of stem attached for best storage. Cure in a warm, dry location for 10-14 days before storing. Properly cured Silver Bell squash will keep for several months in a cool, dry place. About Silver Bell Winter Squash Garden Seeds Produces medium bell-shaped fruits weighing 4-6 lbs. Sweet, dense orange flesh is excellent for baking, roasting, and soups. Stores well through the winter when cured properly. Tips From Our Gardeners "Silver Bell winter squash is a lesser-known gem that deserves a spot in any garden where flavor and storage matter. The vines are vigorous and sprawling, so be sure to give them room to stretch out, but the payoff is a steady harvest of compact, bell-shaped fruits with smooth, silvery-gray skin that sets them apart from more common varieties. Inside, the flesh is a rich, golden orange that develops its full sweetness after curing. My tip is to harvest just before the first hard frost, cure the squash in a warm, dry spot for 10-14 days, and then store them in cool conditions. Once cured, Silver Bell can last for months, keeping its firm texture and rich flavor well into winter. In the kitchen, this variety is incredibly versatile: roasted halves bring out its natural sweetness, while the dense flesh holds up beautifully in soups, stews, and even baked dishes like gratin. One year, I kept a few Silver Bells in the pantry until February, and they were still as flavorful as the day I picked them. Beyond their taste and longevity, the fruits themselves add a lovely ornamental touch to fall displays thanks to their unique color. Growing Silver Bell feels like planting both a practical food source and a bit of garden beauty, making it a rewarding choice for anyone who values heirloom character, dependable storage, and consistently delicious results." - S.W. Smith, True Leaf Market Writer Silver Bell Winter Squash Seeds Per Package: 4 g Packet - Wholesale - Approximately 20 Seeds 1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 175 Seeds 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 700 Seeds 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 2,800 Seeds 5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 14,000 Seeds 25 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 70,000 Seeds Non-GMO Silver Bell Winter Squash seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
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