Squash 'Sweet Mama' Winter

Scientific Name: Cucurbita pepo

Common Name: Winter Squash 'Sweet Mama'

Vegetable Type: Fruit (technically a squash)

Exposure: Full sun

Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil

Fruit Size: Medium to large, round or oblong

Temperature: Warm temperatures; sensitive to frost

Spacing: 3 to 5 feet apart

Height: Vining habit, can spread up to 10 feet

Width: Varies, depending on growing conditions; typically spreads extensively

Maturity Time: Approximately 80 to 100 days

Culinary Uses: Roasting, baking, soups, and stews; sweet and creamy texture makes it versatile for various dishes

Flavour Profile: Sweet, nutty flavor

Companion Plants: Corn, beans, marigolds

Resistant To: Some resistance to common squash diseases like powdery mildew and certain pests like squash bugs.