Delicata Squash Seeds – Cucurbita pepo Vegetable Plant

Delicata Squash is a warm-season vining vegetable grown for its elongated fruits and productive growth habit. Plants develop trailing vines, broad leaves, and bright yellow flowers throughout the growing season. This species is suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and open-field cultivation where adequate space is available for vine growth. Delicata Squash performs best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture, producing mature fruits during late summer and fall.

Features

• Warm-season vining vegetable plant
• Produces elongated fruits during the growing season
• Trailing vine growth habit
• Suitable for garden beds and field cultivation
• Adapted to warm growing conditions
• Performs well in fertile, well-drained soils
• Productive through summer and fall

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cucurbita pepo
• Common Name (US): Delicata Squash
• Seed Type / Variety: Cucurbita pepo
• Growth Habit: Trailing annual vine
• USDA Zones: 3-11
• Planting Season: Spring to Early Summer
• Growing Season: Summer through Fall
• Sowing Season: March-June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 5-10 days at 70-95°F (21-35°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Regular watering; keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: Vines spread 6-10 feet
• Plant Spacing: 24-36 inches apart