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WC SQUASH ACORN MASHED POTATOES

SKU: GA1023241

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WEST COAST SEEDS SQUASH ACORN MASHED POTATOES

  • C. pepo. Slightly oblong acorn squashes grow on compact, semi-bush vines. The exterior skins are bright white, and hold their colour right into the fall.
  • The interior flesh is also white and low in sugar. It takes on the appearance of mashed potatoes when cooked and fluffed. The fruits hold their colour well into the fall and provide a a good, low carbohydrate alternative to mashed potatoes.
  • Each fruit averages about 750g (1½ lbs), and sets close to the crown of the plant.
  • Matures in 90 days. (Hybrid seeds)

    Growing Squash

  • Direct sow or transplant in late spring once the soil is warm. For transplants, start seeds indoors during the first two weeks of May. Optimal soil temperature: 25-35°C (77-95°F). Seeds should germinate in 7-14 days.


    Companion Planting For Squash

  • Companions: corn, lettuce, melons, peas, and radish. Borage is said to improve the growth and flavour of squash. Marigolds and nasturtium repel numerous squash pest insects.
  • Avoid planting squash near Brassicas or potatoes.
    • Weight 0.0226 lbs
    Dimensions 6 × 3.5 × 0.12 in

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