Straightneck Heirloom Squash
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| Binomial Name |
Cucurbita pepo
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Species
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| Description |
Yellow squash is a variety of summer squash with yellow skin and flesh. It can come in a variety of shapes, from crookneck to zucchini-shaped. The squash's flesh is most tender when it is slightly immature - the squash is usually harvested when it is around 10cm in length. It can be baked, grilled, fried, or boiled.
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Companions
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| Sun Requirements |
Full Sun
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| Growing Degree Days |
46 days
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| Sowing Method |
Direct seed 2 seeds, thin to 1 plant when seedlings have 2 sets of leaves
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| Spread (diameter) |
30 centimeters
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| Row Spacing |
30 centimeters
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| Height |
70 centimeters
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