Cucurbita, Squash (Winter) 'Kabocha'
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun, Part-Sun
Description
Kabocha Japanese squash, features a globe-shaped fruit with blue-green skin and thick, very sweet, yellow flesh. Vigorous vine produces 2-3 lb fruits that are 6-8″ in diameter.
Plant outdoors in full sun and rich soil two weeks after last spring frost. Germinates poorly in soil temperatures below 70° F. Water consistently and feed monthly with a side dressing of compost or vegetable fertilizer. Pick when shells are thumbnail hard. Cut from vine, leaving a 1″ stem. Cure outdoors seven to ten days, but do not allow to freeze. Store in a cool, dry location for up to six months.
Cucurbita maxima
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More Information
| Common Family Name | Squash |
|---|---|
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun, Part-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Harvest Time | Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Mature Height (Range) | 13" - 24" |
| Mature Spread (Range) | Over 36" |
| Spacing Between Rows | 6' |
| Spacing in Row | 24" |
| Planting Depth | 1" |
| Days to Germination | 10-14 |
| Days to Maturity | 95-110 |
| Manufacturer Number | 1913 |