Cucurbita pepo 'Sunray Hybrid'

Summer Squash

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Common Name:

Summer Squash

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

60 cm

Maximum width:

45 cm

Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Sunray Hybrid') - Description

A truly beautiful straightneck squash with a rich, butter yellow color that keeps its color longer than most varieties. Great tasting and perfect on the grill, sauteed or baked. Large, vigorous, plants are disease resistant.

Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Sunray Hybrid') - Blooming

Male and female flowers bloom on the same vine.

Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Sunray Hybrid') - Growth

Warm weather, annual vine covering at least 25 square feet. The edible fruit can be long, small, and roundish ad green to yellow or with stripes. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Does not tolerate frost. Flourishes in hot weather.

Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Sunray Hybrid') - Planting

Plant seeds in sunny spot in the ground 1-2 weeks after last frost 1 inch deep and 1-3 feet apart near trellis or fence. The soil must be warm, 60-75°F (16-23°C).

Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Sunray Hybrid') - Pest

Slugs, aphids, and beetles.

Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Sunray Hybrid') - Interesting facts

The foliage is often prickly.

Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Sunray Hybrid') - Soil and irrigation

Maintain even soil moisture.