PREMIER SEEDS DIRECT Delicata Squash - 20 Finest Seeds - Organic

• Sow from late Mar under cover placing each seed edgeways 1/2in deep in well drained seed compost. Min temp 70-85F. Lower temperature will induce rot.
• Harden off steadily and avoid planting outside until the soil has warmed around Mid May in UK conditions. Protect young plants from slugs and snails.
• Plant in a sunny protected site, with soil enriched by ample organic matter, 24-30in between plants. Keep well watered, fed during summer months and harvest regularly.
• Leave fruits until early Sept to mature. Fruits are mature when rind is hard and stems start to wither. Cure Around 68F for 14 days. Store in a cool dark location.
• "Soil Association" registered and certified Organic - AP22387. Professional DEFRA licenced Quality Seed Supply only - Minimal packaging - Ziplock labelled bags - Instructions not attached - See details provided above for cultivation advice.

Product Description If you have never eaten a Delicata squash, this is the one to grow. The vivid orange flesh color indicates it is rich in Vitamin A. The sweet flesh is fine textured without coarse strings, butter and brown sugar are optional when eating because it is so sweet. Elongated fruit are 7-10 inches long. Trailing plants spreads only 36-48" and are suitable for small gardens. A winter squash variety that will store well in a dry frost free location for up to 4 months. About 100 days from sowing to harvest, with good resistance to powdery mildew. Very easy to cultivate. Sow from late Mar under cover placing each seed edgeways 1/2in deep in well drained seed compost. Min temp 70-85F. Lower temperature will induce rot. Harden off steadily and avoid planting outside until the soil has warmed around Mid May in UK conditions. Protect young plants from slugs and snails. Plant in a sunny protected site, with soil enriched by ample organic matter, 24-30in between plants. Keep well watered, fed during summer months and harvest regularly. Leave fruits until early Sept to mature. Fruits are mature when rind is hard and stems start to wither. Cure Around 68F for 14 days. Store in a cool dark location. "Soil Association" registered and certified Organic - AP22387. Professional DEFRA licenced Quality Seed Supply only - Minimal packaging - Ziplock labelled bags - Instructions not attached - See details provided above for cultivation advice. Box Contains 1 x Squash Delicata Organic - 20 seeds