75 DAYS
Cucurbita maxima
Sweet Mama is a delightful Kabocha-type squash known for its robust, sweet flavour and smooth, thick texture. The 2 to 3 lb drum-shaped fruits glow with a dark green hue, making them not only a delicious addition to your kitchen but also visually appealing in your garden. With high-yielding compact vines, Sweet Mama is ideal for gardeners with limited space, flourishing reliably throughout the season.
Size: Fruits typically weigh between 2 to 3 lb and the compact vines reach approximately 3 ft in height.
Yield: Each plant produces a generous harvest of sweet, nutritious squash.
Taste: Offers a mild, sweet flavour with a smooth, creamy texture that enhances any dish.
How to use: Versatile in cooking; great for soups, baking, or roasting. Its rich flavour shines through in various dishes.
Planting tips: Sow seeds 1 1/2 in. deep in well-drained soil after the last frost, keeping soil temperatures warm at approximately 22°C. Space plants 3 ft apart for optimal growth.
Harvest tips: Fruits can be harvested when fully mature and have a hard skin, and they store well for up to 4 months.
Pelleted seed.
