105days to harvest

7-10 daysdays to germinate

Z5–10USDA zones

Moderatedifficulty

F1 hybrid

Sowing

Direct sow after last frost when soil is 70°F+, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: Regular, 1-2 inches per week
Soil: Well-drained loam with organic matter, neutral to slightly acidic
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Height: 1-5 feet
Season: Warm season annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Green, orange, and white tri-colored
Size: 4-10 lb.
Shape: Bulbous with curved neck

In the kitchen

Baking, cooking, soup, puree

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Squash vine borers, cucumber beetles, squash bugs
Diseases: Powdery mildew, downy mildew, bacterial wilt

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
3	—	—	June – July	October
4	—	—	June – July	October
5	—	—	May – June	September – October
6	—	—	May – June	September – November
7	—	—	April – June	September – October
8	—	—	April – May	August – October
9	—	—	March – April	July – September
10	—	—	February – April	July – August
11	—	—	January – March	June – July
12	—	—	January – March	June – July
13	—	—	January – March	June – July

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

CornProvides vertical support for vining squash and creates beneficial microclimate

BeansFix nitrogen in soil that feeds heavy-feeding squash plants

RadishesRepel squash bugs and cucumber beetles while breaking up soil

NasturtiumsTrap crop for squash bugs and cucumber beetles, repels aphids

MarigoldsRepel nematodes and squash bugs with their strong scent

CatnipDeters squash bugs, cucumber beetles, and other cucurbit pests

SunflowersAttract beneficial insects and provide windbreak protection

OreganoRepels cucumber beetles and provides ground cover to retain moisture

Avoid

PotatoesCompete for space and nutrients, both are heavy feeders with similar root zones

BrassicasInhibit squash growth and attract pests that may spread to squash

Aromatic herbsStrong herbs like sage can inhibit squash seed germination and growth

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 26
Protein (g): 0.52
Fat (g): 0.2
Carbohydrate (g): 5.64
Sugars (g): 3.54
Vitamin C (mg): 4.5
Vitamin E (mg): 0
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.058
Folate (µg): 22
Calcium (mg): 9
Iron (mg): 0.17
Magnesium (mg): 10
Phosphorus (mg): 12
Potassium (mg): 205
Zinc (mg): 0.07

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Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

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