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Cushaw Green Striped

Squash

Cucurbita argyrosperma 'Green Striped Cushaw'

Overview
An ancient heirloom winter squash with a distinctive curved neck and beautiful green and white striped skin that has been grown by Native Americans for centuries. This vigorous vine produces massive fruits that can weigh up to 20 pounds, with sweet, fine-textured orange flesh that's perfect for pies and baking. The curved shape and striking appearance make it as ornamental as it is delicious.
Planting
Direct sow 2-3 weeks after last frost. Requires long growing season, start indoors in northern areas.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 72" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Squash bugs, cucumber beetles, less affected by vine borers. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, bacterial wilt, downy mildew.