Squash Hubbard Golden Delicious

Botanical Name: Cucurbita maxima

Versatile and tasty Heirloom squash originally from Argentina, Hubbards were introduced to the USA as early as 1798. Golden Delicious is a 1926 cross between Delicious and Boston Marrow originally bred for canning into baby food. Still highly regarded because of its delicious finely grained orange flesh it is excellent for baking, soups and, of course, feeding to the young ones. Sow or transplant out after last frosts into humus rich soil. 2-4 fruit of 3-4 kg per vine.

Heirloom; 20-25 degrees; 7-14 days; 200cm apart; Tender; 2; Transplant; 20 seeds; Gourmet.

NZ $3.75