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Carmine Splendor — Squash | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Carmine Splendor
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

51days to harvest

7-10 daysdays to germinate

Z3–11USDA zones

Moderatedifficulty

F1 hybrid

Sowing

Direct sow after last frost date, or start indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: Regular, consistent moisture
Soil: Well-drained loam, fertile
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Height: 3-5 feet

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Deep red to light pink
Shape: 5-pointed pods
Flavour: Sweet and mild flavor in both the immature pods and edible flowers.

In the kitchen

Roasted pods, stir-fries, deep-fried or stuffed flowers, fresh garnish

Planting calendar by USDA zone

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

Companion planting

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

NasturtiumsAct as trap crops for squash bugs and cucumber beetles while repelling aphids

MarigoldsRepel cucumber beetles, squash bugs, and nematodes with their strong scent

RadishesDeter squash vine borers and cucumber beetles, mature quickly without competing for space

CornProvides natural trellis support and shade, part of traditional Three Sisters planting

BeansFix nitrogen in soil to benefit heavy-feeding squash, complete Three Sisters companion group

CatnipStrongly repels cucumber beetles, squash bugs, and other common squash pests

DillAttracts beneficial insects like parasitic wasps that prey on squash pests

SunflowersAttract pollinators essential for squash fruit production and provide afternoon shade

Avoid

PotatoesCompete for similar nutrients and space, both are heavy feeders that deplete soil

BrassicasCabbage family plants inhibit squash growth through allelopathic compounds

FennelProduces allelopathic compounds that inhibit growth and germination of squash plants

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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Where to buy seed and equipment

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the squash growing guide.

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

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

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