Cushaw Pumpkin, Winter Squash 'White Cushaw'

Cucurbitamixta

Family
Cucurbitaceae (koo-ker-bih-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Cucurbita (koo-KER-bih-ta)
Species
mixta (MIKS-tuh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Succulent
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time
Blooms repeatedly
Other Details
Category
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Augusta, Georgia

Fair Play, Missouri

Harmony, North Carolina

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Gardener's Notes:

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0
neutral
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Tahlequah, OK | December 2005 | positive

I grew two different varieties of the White Cushaw, in Northern Indiana. Both did well for me. As Farmer Dill mentioned, a real plus for ...Read More

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | December 2003 | positive

The Jonathon pumpkin is a giant (15-20lb) crookneck with a white rind. Growth and quality is similar to the Green Striped Cushaw. Vines c...Read More

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