Harold's Squash mixt (Cucurbita maxima, c. moshata, c. pepo etc.
Appreciated by gardeners, who have been growing it for a long time, it was introduced to the United States around 1894 by the seed company Peter Henderson. It produces about ten fruits of 0.5 to 1 kg per plant. These are ivory or yellow streaked with green. Its flesh is very sweet with a flavor reminiscent of chestnuts. Interestingly, it is one of the only winter squash whose flesh is edible when cooked. Due to its small size, it is ideal for stuffing.;Small squashes can be stored for about 3 to 4 months.
The vast majority of our seeds are produced on our farm. However, if the cultivation of a variety fails or if it is out of stock, we source from other seed companies to ensure an interesting selection. This is the case for this variety.
BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Cucurbita pepo
Common names: Delicatea squash
English: Delicata squash, peanut squash, Bohemian squash, sweet potato squash
Family: Cucurbitaceae
MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Does not tolerate cold.
Plant type: Annual |
Quantity: Envelope of about 15 seeds |
Exposure: Full sun |
Shape: Bushy |
Soil: Rich |
Watering: Regular |
Sowing: Inside |
Plantation: In the garden after the risk of frost |
Days to maturity: 99 jours |
Germination: 5 à 12 jours |
Plant spacing: 90 cm |
Row spacing: 1,25 m |
Depth: 2,5 cm |
Width: 1 m |
Height: Rampant |
Color: Yellow |
Family: Cucurbits |
Mixed squash.