Sibley Squash

This is a really, really good variety from the ‘Hiram Sibley & Co’ seed catalogue of 1850, that grows well in the UK (pictured in our barn in Wales). It ripens nice and early, making lots of grey pear-shaped squash weighing about 3kg / 6lb. They have a very dry dense yellow flesh, and keep well overwinter.

Save some in storage as they become noticably sweeter after the New Year. Good for pies, roasting etc, but particularly excellent for warming winter soups and stews.

Keeps its shape when diced & roasted, also makes a very hearty thick soup.