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Jambalaya 2.0

Jambalaya 2.0 is a hybrid squash. Fruit ripens from about day 50. Skin runs to green with five-pointed shape. Suits zones 3-11. As a hybrid it will not breed true; saving seed from it is not worth the space.

Squash
50days to harvest
—days to germinate
Z3–11USDA zones
Moderatedifficulty
F1 hybrid

Cultivation

Sun
Full sun (6+ hours)
Height
3-5 feet

Appearance & flavour

Colour
Green with five-pointed shape
Shape
Five-pointed pods, uniform
Flavour
Sweet and mild flavor, particularly in the edible flowers.

In the kitchen

Edible flowers, deep-fried, stuffed flowers, fresh garnish

Planting calendar by USDA zone

ZoneStart indoorsTransplantDirect sowHarvest
1——July – AugustSeptember – August
2——June – AugustSeptember
3——June – JulyAugust – October
4——June – JulyAugust – September
5——May – JuneAugust – September
6——May – JuneJuly – September
7——April – JuneJuly – August
8——April – MayJune – August
9——March – AprilMay – July
10——February – AprilMay – June
11——January – MarchApril – May
12——January – MarchApril – May
13——January – MarchApril – 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, quick harvest before squash spreads
CornProvides vertical structure for squash to climb and shade for roots
BeansFix nitrogen in soil to feed heavy-feeding squash plants
CatnipStrongly repels squash bugs, cucumber beetles, and other squash pests
OreganoRepels cucumber beetles and provides ground cover to retain soil moisture
SunflowersAttract beneficial insects and provide windbreak protection for squash vines

Avoid

PotatoesCompete for similar soil nutrients and both are susceptible to similar fungal diseases
BrassicasHeavy feeders that compete for nutrients and may stunt squash growth
FennelReleases allelopathic compounds that inhibit growth of squash and most vegetables

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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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.

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