Turks turban squash seeds- are they any good?

[Llamas]

I've just opened up the turban squash I bought last october (it made for an excellent bookend in the kitchen). It was absolutely fine, still very firm and not a sign of mould nor squishy spots, but OH was getting concerned and grumbling ('can't we at least get a new squash?'). Now I have allllll these lovely plump white seeds which I've cleaned off and are drying on the counter. Does anyone know if they will be viable? If so would any one like to swap for something? Thanks!

[shirlthegirl43]

Try planting one and see if it sprouts If they sprout - and I don't see why they shouldn't - I would love to try one as they look so interesting!

[Llamas]

I've got 6 in some scrummy potting soil. Must stop checking every half hour- I love a weird or quirky squash, so I'll be a bit bummed if non of these come up!

[TEB]

Beware, they do like to ramble and climb, almost vine like in their growth

[tootles]

What do you want to swap for........

[Llamas]

Maybe not tomatoes, courgetts, cucs, lettuces or melons as I love 'em but my greenhouse is at maximum capacity. Anything which will survive outside or at least stored till next year.

[Llamas]

Thank you for this warning! Maybe I'll let them conquer the fence which runs along the adjacent field.

Beware, they do like to ramble and climb, almost vine like in their growth

[vicky]

Hi Llamas, I'm growing Turks Turban this year and I've heard mixed reviews on if they are good eating or not - did you eat yours and was it good? (and how did you cook it too?)
Thanks, Vicky

[Llamas]

You know, I didn't and I wish I had. I was in a hurry when the squash was scooped but the flesh smelled really good and now I feel wasteful for not even saving a bit to try. I did a little light googling earlier this morning and all the companies selling the turbans suggest that it's great for storing and eating. With this years crop I plan on making some pumpkin/courgette bread (zucchini bread in the states) which dosen't depend on the squish being perticularly edible, and I'll have a nibble whilst baking. If it's good on it's own then it's going to be squash curry or soup!

[Flummery]

I'm trying them this year too - I'm fascinatd by the colour and shape. They aren't an F1 so unless you have other squashes nearby you should be able to keep seeds year on year. Going to try anyway!

[Llamas]

Fantastic! I like the idea of being able to keep growing without having to buy more seeds. Has anyone tried growing white squash?

[Demeter]

I recommend eating one before you go to all the trouble of growing it!
They are horrible

[Llamas]

Good News! They're viable! I'm up for swaps if anyones interested.

[natmurf]

definately grow these

hi there I just wanted to say definately try growing Turks Turban squash .We have grown them this year amoungst other squash and was a little nervous of trying them..but they are so scrummy!a flavour I can only compare to butternut but a deeper perhaps sweeter flavour.I am definately growing these next year and will tell everyone what a lovely discovery they are...enjoy.