Squash - Delicata

The Delicata Squash is a beloved summer squash known for its unique oblong shape and beautiful yellow skin with green stripes. Its sweet, nutty flavor and creamy texture make it perfect for roasting or baking. This versatile squash can be enjoyed as a side dish or incorporated into various recipes.

Sun: Full sun.

Temperature: Warm to hot location.

Soil: Well-drained but moist, compost-rich, slightly acidic soil. 

Harvest: Can be harvested at any size.  

Recommendation: Use mulch to keep moisture, water regularly and evenly at the base not getting the leaves wet. make sure there is good airflow to reduce the chance of powdery mildew. Can grow on trails or on ground. Remove bottom leaves as the plant grows to improve airflow and access to pollinators. Hand pollination will increase yield. 

Fertilizer: Balanced fertilizer like 4-4-4 amzn.to/4aZ6W9r starting 3 weeks after transplant. and as needed during the season.

Spacing: 18-24 inches apart