Cucurbita pepo 'Prolific Straightneck'

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:

90 cm

Maximum width:

90 cm

Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Prolific Straightneck') - Description

Bush-like plants supply large crop of creamy yellow-skinned fruits. Ready about 50 days after seed is planted. GARDEN HINTS: Use when fruits are young and tender. Cultivate or mulch to control weeds. Fertilize when fruits form to increase yield.

Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Prolific Straightneck') - Blooming

Male and female flowers bloom on the same vine.

Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Prolific Straightneck') - 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 'Prolific Straightneck') - 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 'Prolific Straightneck') - Pest

Slugs, aphids, and beetles.

Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Prolific Straightneck') - Interesting facts

The foliage is often prickly.

Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo 'Prolific Straightneck') - Soil and irrigation

Maintain even soil moisture.