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Tromboncino Squash
SquashCucurbita moschata 'Tromboncino'
- Full sun
- Zones 3–11
- 60 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 48" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
An Italian heirloom that's part sculpture, part vegetable with its incredible curved neck resembling a trombone. This vigorous climbing vine can be eaten young like zucchini or left to mature into a sweet winter squash. Its unique growth habit and dual-purpose nature make it a fascinating conversation starter in any garden.
Planting
Direct sow after soil warms to 65°F. Provide strong trellis or allow to sprawl.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 48" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Cucumber beetles, aphids, squash bugs. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, bacterial wilt, downy mildew.