squash 'Sunshine'

How to Grow and Care for squash 'Sunshine'

squash 'Sunshine' · Cucurbita maxima 'Sunshine'

Grow in rich, fertile, well drained soil in full sun. Start indoors from mid-late April, sowing in individual pots with seeds on their side about 1.5cm deep. Harden off before June then transplant outdoors to final growing position. See vegetable cultivation

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Full sunIf crop is bitter, don't eat. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing squash 'Sunshine'

squash 'Sunshine'
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
ToxicityIf crop is bitter, don't eat. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in rich, fertile, well drained soil in full sun. Start indoors from mid-late April, sowing in individual pots with seeds on their side about 1.5cm deep. Harden off before June then transplant outdoors to final growing position. See vegetable cultivation

How to Water squash 'Sunshine'?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for squash 'Sunshine'?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for squash 'Sunshine'?

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What Soil Is Best for squash 'Sunshine'?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for squash 'Sunshine'?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize squash 'Sunshine'?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune squash 'Sunshine'?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate squash 'Sunshine'?

Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds

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How to Transplant squash 'Sunshine'?

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How to Care for squash 'Sunshine' in Winter?

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How to Plant squash 'Sunshine'?

Grow in rich, fertile, well drained soil in full sun. Start indoors from mid-late April, sowing in individual pots with seeds on their side about 1.5cm deep. Harden off before June then transplant outdoors to final growing position. See vegetable cultivation

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How to Repot squash 'Sunshine'?

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How to Harvest squash 'Sunshine'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to grey moulds and powdery mildews

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

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The Toxicity of squash 'Sunshine'

If crop is bitter, don't eat. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of squash 'Sunshine'

Plant typeAnnual Biennial
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitTrailing · Bushy
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Scientific Classification

Species
Cucurbita maxima 'Sunshine'
Genus
Cucurbita
Family
Cucurbitaceae
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FAQs About squash 'Sunshine'

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