{"title":"Winter Squash","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWinter squash varieties produce firm, flavourful fruit with long storage life. Their rich, sweet flesh is perfect for roasting, soups, and hearty fall dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spaghetti-squash","title":"Spaghetti Squash","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpaghetti Squash is a warm-season winter squash valued for its stringy, pasta-like flesh that separates into strands when cooked. Mild, slightly sweet, and versatile, it is a popular choice for gardeners looking for a productive squash that stores well and fits easily into everyday meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlants grow on vigorous vines and produce oblong, pale yellow squash that are excellent for baking, roasting, or serving as a pasta alternative with sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical name: Cucurbita pepo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth habit: Vining winter squash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSun: Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpacing: 90-120 cm (3-4 ft)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContainer friendly: Suitable only for very large containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupport: Can sprawl on the ground or be trained onto a sturdy trellis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFruit and Harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpaghetti Squash matures into medium to large fruits with firm skin and golden yellow colour. Squash is typically ready to harvest approximately 90-100 days from transplant, once the rind is hard and fully coloured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter cooking, the flesh separates into long strands, making it ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePasta-style dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRoasting and baking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLong-term storage for fall and winter use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy Buy a Starter Plant?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStarting with an established plant provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFaster establishment in warm garden beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEarlier flowering and fruit set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore reliable results in shorter growing seasons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrown With Care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur starter plants are grown without chemical pesticides and gradually hardened for outdoor conditions, producing strong vines ready for transplanting once soil temperatures are warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWell suited for: home gardens with space for vines, raised beds, and gardeners looking for a productive, versatile winter squash.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrolia Bloom Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46223052603563,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/9824\/9131\/files\/p45_6877555c-ffa4-4890-a772-cd136999b51f.jpg?v=1771536586"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/9824\/9131\/collections\/20.jpg?v=1771521841","url":"https:\/\/petroliabloomco.com\/collections\/winter-squash.oembed","provider":"Petrolia Bloom Co. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}