Squash, Winter - Delicata (C. pepo)
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HEIRLOOM. (C. pepo). Sweet and nutty flavor with yellow skin and dark-green stripes. The cylindrical 2lb. fruits are the perfect meal size. 100 days.
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Family: Cucurbitaceae
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Species: C.maxima, C.pepo, C. Moschata, C. Mixta
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Difficulty: easy to grow
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Sun: full sun
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Sowing Method: direct seed or transplant
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Planting: plant after last frost
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Frost Tolerance: frost sensitive
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Tags:baked, heirloom, roasted, soup