Bush Delicata squash seeds - Vegetable Plant

Bush Delicata squash seeds produce warm-season annual plants with a compact, bush-type growth habit and sturdy stems. Unlike traditional vining delicata, this variety grows in a more controlled, space-saving form while still producing elongated fruits along the plant. Bush Delicata squash thrives in warm climates with a frost-free growing period and performs best in full sunlight with well-drained, fertile soil and consistent moisture. Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and smaller growing spaces, the plants establish quickly and produce fruit throughout the growing season.

Features

• Warm-season plant with compact, bush-type growth
• Produces elongated fruits in a space-saving form
• Ideal for small gardens and raised beds
• Adaptable to well-drained, fertile soil conditions
• Requires full sun and consistent warmth

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cucurbita pepo
• Common Name (US): Bush Delicata Squash
• Seed Type / Variety: Compact winter squash variety
• Growth Habit: Bush-type annual plant
• USDA Zones: 4–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Late spring (after last frost)
• Growing Season: Summer to early fall
• Sowing Season: April to June (temperate regions); May to July (warm regions)
• Germination Time and Conditions: 5–10 days at 20–30°C with moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate to high, consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 45–75 cm height; 60–90 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 60–90 cm between plants