{"product_id":"black-futsu-squash","title":"Black Futsu Squash","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Futsu is a striking Japanese heirloom winter squash (Cucurbita moschata) that is as flavorful as it is decorative.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its thin, edible skin transitions from a dusky blue-gray to a rich, warm orange as it matures, while the vibrant orange flesh inside is sweet, smooth, and versatile in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cucurbita moschata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom winter squash (vining)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed traits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-pollinated, non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dusky blue-gray ripening to warm orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps 4 to 5 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall and winter cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative autumn displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong winter storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasting, soups, and purees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGardeners who want a dual-purpose squash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow in full sun after the soil has warmed, giving the vines plenty of room to run. Keep soil consistently moist as fruit develops, and let squash fully mature on the vine for the best color and storage life. Cure harvested fruit before storing for up to 4 to 5 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet, smooth, and nutty, with dense orange flesh that works well roasted, pureed, or in soups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout MIgardener\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMIgardener is a Michigan-based family seed company offering affordable heirloom and non-GMO seeds, with a mission to make home gardening accessible to everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIgardener","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50792544436502,"sku":"SQU25","price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/squ25_black_futsu_squash_2a96ef92-5238-43c7-85a2-46698c02bf92.jpg?v=1764687868","url":"https:\/\/madelines.sbs\/products\/black-futsu-squash","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}