Straightneck Squash

Straightneck Squash Care

Cucurbita pepo recticollis

What is the plant

Here's an additional vegetable variety to make your summer garden lively. The Straightneck Squash not only brings healthy produce but also a delightful planting and harvest experience.

Cucurbita pepo recticollis, commonly known as the Straightneck Squash, is a popular and versatile vegetable in outdoor gardens. This plant bears sunny yellow fruits that are pretty appealing to harvest, and you can use them as an ingredient for sautee, stir-fry, or salads.

Like many plants of that genus, the annual Straightneck Squash has green, bristled leaves and upright and bushy growth habits. It can grow up to 3 feet (36 inches) above ground, and the leaves are green and bristled.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

14°C - 21°C

Hardiness zone

3 - 10

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Container
Summer squash will grow well in containers with drainage holes. For one plant, choose a 5-gallon-sized container. Double the size if you intend to plant two seeds.
Fun fact
Straightneck Squash looks very similar to zucchini. The main difference is that its color is bright yellow because it contains high amounts of carotenoids.
Popularity
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