Grow & Care - Winter Squash
Fast Facts
| Light Requirements |
Full sun |
| Temperature Adaptations |
Very Tender - Plant about two weeks after average date of last spring frost when soil lis very warm. |
| Acidity (pH) Tolerance |
6.8 to 5.5 pH |
| Salinity (Ec) Tolerance |
3.2 to 4.7 depending on variety |
| How Pollinated |
Insects |
| Growth Habits |
Annual |
Additional Information
Fertilizer Requirements
In spring, apply between 1 1/2 and 2 pounds of complete fertilizer (20-20-20) per 100 feet of row.
Side dress with a complete fertilizer mid-season to replace used nutrients.
Water Utilization
Water deeply when soil is dry. During fruit production, avoid large fluctuations in soil moisture to prevent blossom end rot.
Plant Development and Care
3.2 to 4.7 depending on variety
Germination Time (Days)
3 to 5 days at 70° to 80°
Seed Germination and Temperature Range
3 to 5 days at 70° to 80°
Common Fertilizer Deficiencies
None
|
Container Gardens