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Bush Delicata Winter Squash
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Packet - 20 Seeds
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Quick Facts
Days to Maturity90 days
SunlightFull Sun
Spacing24–36 Inches
Germination4–10 days
Growing Information
Growing Bush Delicata Winter Squash
‘Bush Delicata’ is an award-winning winter squash and 2002 All-America Selections Winner prized for its compact growth and sweet, nutty flavor. Attractive striped fruits reach about 8 inches long, weigh roughly 1½ to 2 pounds, and contain rich orange flesh with a sweet-potato-like character.
Start ‘Bush Delicata’ indoors for transplanting or sow directly where conditions allow. Plant seeds about 1 inch deep, space plants 24 to 36 inches apart, and grow in full sun. Semi-bush plants are well suited to smaller gardens and are noted for tolerance to powdery mildew.
Ready to harvest in about 90 days, pick fruits once fully mature and the striped rind has hardened. The thin skin is edible, eliminating the need for peeling.
Sweet, creamy, and convenient, ‘Bush Delicata’ is excellent for roasting, stuffing, baking, everyday cooking, and storage.
How to start
Start Indoors or Direct Sow
Sowing depth
1 in.
Plant height
3–4 Feet
Botanical name
Cucurbita spp.
Questions
FAQ
How should I start these seeds?
Recommended sow method: Start Indoors or Direct Sow.
How deep should I sow the seeds?
Sow at a depth of 1 in.
How long until they germinate?
Typical germination: 4–10 days.
How far apart should I space them?
Recommended spacing: 24–36 Inches.
How much sun do they need?
Recommended sun exposure: Full Sun.
What’s your germination guarantee?
We stand behind the germination quality of our seed. If you have a germination issue, contact our team and we'll help make it right.
Bush Delicata Winter Squash$4.50 · Packet - 20 Seeds
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