← Wiki

Squash

10 pages read · 11 verified facts · Oct 13

Squash
Photo: Chiswick Chap · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Fact sheet

Botanical nameCousa

“However, cousa’s flesh and seeds are edible.” — 13 Types of Summer Squash: How to ID & Cook Summer Squash Varieties

Days to maturity75–120 days

“Most varieties take 75 to 120 days to mature” — Butternut Squash Days to Maturity: Growth Timeline for Gardeners

Germination temperature65–72.5 °F

“Keep soil moist, 70–85°F” — Squash Growing Rate Calculator – Days to Harvest - Farmer Grows and 1 more

Lightfull sun

“Plant in full sun to ensure optimal growth” — Butternut Squash Days to Maturity: Growth Timeline for Gardeners

Water1 to 2 inches weekly

“I aim for 1 to 2 inches of water weekly, adjusting for rainfall” — Butternut Squash Days to Maturity: Growth Timeline for Gardeners

Spacing120–180 in

“Winter squash need tons of room to grow because their vines sprawl between 10 to 15 feet in every direction” — 23 Types of Squash to Eat and How to Cook Them

Start indoors2–3 weeks before last frost

“For gardeners in cooler regions, I recommend starting seeds indoors 2 to 3 weeks before the last frost” — Butternut Squash Days to Maturity: Growth Timeline for Gardeners

Ready whenthe stem is the best indicator of ripeness. Ripe squash should have a tan, dry stem

“the stem is the best indicator of ripeness” — 16 Types of Squash and 1 more

Related plants

Sources