Yokohama Pumpkin Seeds
A unique pumpkin that has been described as having an exterior resembling a frog's back, this rare Eastern heirloom was introduced to the U.S. in 1863 by a wealthy New Yorker named James Hogg. This pumpkin is flattened, indented on the top and bottom, and has deep ribbing and lemon-colored flesh inside.
The flavor has been described as complex. It has a crookneck flavor with notes of Asian pear, mango, avocado, and lemon balm. This prized heirloom has made a recent resurgence due to the popularity surge of gardening and different heirloom varieties that are now available in seed form.
The color of the Yokohama starts as an intense green (black to the eye) at both ends then becomes tan/buff as the sun cures. The pumpkins are small and close to the size of a kabocha. Although similar in appearance to the Black Futsu, the Yokohama has extremely thick skin and is smaller. Each weighs 3-5 pounds.
Seed count: 10 seeds
Botanic name:
C.maxima
Plant spacing:
4-5 feet apart
Color:
Dark green (black to the eye), will turn tan/buff if sun cured
Sowing depth:
1 inch
Sun requirements:
Full sun
Utilization:
The Yokohama can be used in any dish that requires a Kabocha type squash. Its more savory than sweet, and is best used in traditional Japanese dishes (i.e. steamed and sprinkled with soy sauce and mirin).
Frost hardy:
No
Maturity days:
85-10 days
Life cycle:
Annual
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Not recommended
Other names:
Yokohama squash
Vine Habit:
