Plant Overview
Winter Squash
Cucurbita maxima
Medium
Plant now for fall harvest and winter storage
Quick Information
Sowing Period
Start: Early August
End: Mid August
Growing Difficulty
Medium
Detailed Growing Information
Growing Tips
Plant in hills with rich compost. Provide plenty of space to spread. Harvest when skin is hard and stems are dry.
Companion Plants
Plants that grow well with Winter Squash
Corn
Beans
Nasturtiums
Radishes