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Tetsukabuto
SquashCucurbita maxima x C. moschata
- Full sun
- Zones 3–11
- 100 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 36" spacing
- High water
Overview
An innovative kabocha/butternut cross that produces high yields even under stress. Unique parentage bestows resistance to vine borers and powdery mildew. Cooks will appreciate its sweet, nutty flavor and versatility in the kitchen. Exceptionally long storage potential. NOTES: 1) Cure 6 weeks before eating. 2) Must be grown near butternut, kabocha, hubbard, or buttercup squash to produce fruit. Avg. weight: 3-5 lb.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost when soil temperature reaches 70°F, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained, fertile loam with moderate organic matter. Space plants 36" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Squash vine borers, cucumber beetles, squash bugs. Common diseases: Powdery mildew (resistant variety), downy mildew, anthracnose.