Squash - Georgia Candy Roaster

The Georgia Candy Roaster Squash is a delightful and versatile winter squash known for its sweet flavor and creamy texture. Ideal for baking, roasting, and making soups, this heirloom variety is a favorite for its adaptability in various recipes. Its elongated shape and vibrant orange skin make it an attractive addition to any kitchen or garden.

Sun: Full sun.

Temperature: Warm to hot location.

Soil: Moist but well-drained, compost-rich, loamy soil, slightly acidic soil. 

Harvest: when the color chance to light orange-pink  

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 as ground cover or on a trellis. 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 if growing on a trellis or 24-48 inches apart for ground cover